Light Independent Reactions in Photosynthesis

Question 1

Use the drop-down menus to identify the correct stage of the Calvin cycle based on the descriptions given below. In this stage, glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate (G3P) is converted into ribulose 1,5-bisphosphate (RuBP).

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: Regeneration

Question 2

What did you include in your answers about light-independent reactions?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: They require ATP, NADPH, and carbon dioxide (CO2).; B: They occur in the stroma of chloroplasts.; C: Carbon dioxide (CO2) is combined with a five-carbon sugar compound.; D: ATP and NADPH provide energy for carbohydrate production.; E: Glucose and other carbohydrates are produced.

Question 3

What did you include in your response?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: ATP is a product of light-dependent reactions.; B: NADPH is a product of light-dependent reactions.; C: ATP and NADPH are used in light-independent reactions to make glucose and other carbohydrates.

Question 4

What did you include in your response?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: The Calvin cycle can occur in the absence of light.; B: The Calvin cycle requires ATP and NADPH.

Light Independent Reactions in Photosynthesis Answers

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