RE-NEET 2026 Botany Photorespiration Multiple Correct Question
Which of the following statements regarding photorespiration are correct?
Do not occur in C₃ plants
CO₂ is consumed and O₂ is generated
Phosphoglycolate is formed
No synthesis of ATP and NADPHChoose the correct answer from the options given below :
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Photorespiration occurs in C₃ plants, involves the formation of phosphoglycolate, and does not produce ATP or NADPH.
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