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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