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Choose the incorrect statement with respect to photosynthesis.

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a
Rubisco shows greater affinity towards oxygen when CO2 and O2 concentrations are nearly equal.
b
C3 plants have high CO2 optima than C4 plants.
c
Bundle sheath may be several layered in the leaves of C4 plants.
d
In reduction stage of C3 cycle there is utilization of 2 ATP and 2 NADPH for per CO2 molecule fixed.

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Correct option is A

Rubisco shows more affinity towards CO2 than O2 when their concentration is nearly equal. C3 plants have higher CO2 optima as 450μlL-1than C4 plants which have 360μlL -1. Bundle sheath of C4 plants is usually many layered around the vascular tissues but single layered in maize. In reduction stage of C3 cycle there is usage of 2 ATP and 2NADPH per CO2 molecule fixed.


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