Botany-C4 Pathway
NEET Botany C4 Pathway MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11
Consider a diagram of the C4 pathway showing the transport of 4-carbon compounds between plant cells. Which process occurs in the bundle sheath cells after these compounds are transported there?
A
Release of CO2 from 4-carbon acids
B
Fixation of CO2 by PEP carboxylase
C
Formation of 4-carbon acids from 3-carbon molecules
D
Conversion of glucose to starch
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In the C4 pathway, 4-carbon compounds like malic acid or aspartic acid are transported to the bundle sheath cells, where they are broken down to release CO2 and a 3-carbon molecule.
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