Botany-C4 Pathway
NEET Botany C4 Pathway MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11
In a diagram of the C4 pathway, which enzyme is present in the mesophyll cells and responsible for the initial fixation of CO2?
A
PEP carboxylase
B
RuBisCO
C
ATP synthase
D
NADP reductase
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The enzyme responsible for the initial fixation of CO2 in the C4 pathway is PEP carboxylase, which is present in the mesophyll cells. RuBisCO is absent in these cells.
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