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STANDARD Botany C₃ Cycle MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
In C₃ cycle for the fixation of every CO₂ molecule, the reduction and regeneration steps require
A
3 ATP and 2 NADPH₂
B
2 ATP and 2 NADPH₂
C
2 ATP and 3 NADPH₂
D
3 ATP and 3 NADPH₂
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In C₃ cycle for the fixation of every CO₂ molecule 3 ATP and 2 NADPH are required. 6RuBP + 6CO₂ + 18ATP + 12 NADPH → 6RUBP + C₆H₁₂O₆ + 18 ADP + 12 NADP⁺ + 18 Pi
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