AIPMT PRELIMS2000Botany-Photosynthesis
AIPMT PRELIMS 2000 Botany Calvin Cycle MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
For assimilation of one CO₂ molecule; the energy required in form of ATP & NADPH₂
A
2 ATP & 2 NADPH₂
B
5 ATP & 3 NADPH₂
C
3 ATP & 2 NADPH₂
D
18 ATP & 12 NADPH₂
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
For each CO₂ fixed in the Calvin cycle, 3 ATP and 2 NADPH are consumed.
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