{"id":57927,"date":"2022-01-25T10:57:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-25T05:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=57927"},"modified":"2025-10-23T14:20:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T08:50:19","slug":"ncert-exemplar-for-class-11-biology-chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"NCERT Exemplar for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13 &#8211; Photosynthesis in Higher Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#NCERT_Exemplar_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13_-_Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants\" title=\"NCERT Exemplar for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13 &#8211; Photosynthesis in Higher Plants\">NCERT Exemplar for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13 &#8211; Photosynthesis in Higher Plants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Introduction_of_Chapter\" title=\"Introduction of Chapter\">Introduction of Chapter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants_focuses_on_the_specifics_of_photosynthesis_one_of_the_most_important_processes_in_plants_Only_green_plants_with_the_pigment_chlorophyll_can_go_through_this_procedure_Autotrophs_are_plants_that_create_their_own_sustenance_through_this_technique_Photosynthesis_is_a_Physico-chemical_process_that_uses_light_energy_to_create_organic_molecules_Because_the_sun_is_the_ultimate_source_of_energy_all_living_things_on_the_planet_rely_on_it_for_their_energy\" title=\"Photosynthesis in Higher Plants focuses on the specifics of photosynthesis, one of the most important processes in plants. Only green plants with the pigment chlorophyll can go through this procedure. Autotrophs are plants that create their own sustenance through this technique. Photosynthesis is a Physico-chemical process that uses light energy to create organic molecules. Because the sun is the ultimate source of energy, all living things on the planet rely on it for their energy.\">Photosynthesis in Higher Plants focuses on the specifics of photosynthesis, one of the most important processes in plants. Only green plants with the pigment chlorophyll can go through this procedure. Autotrophs are plants that create their own sustenance through this technique. Photosynthesis is a Physico-chemical process that uses light energy to create organic molecules. Because the sun is the ultimate source of energy, all living things on the planet rely on it for their energy.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Following_are_the_Key_Features_of_Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants\" title=\"Following are the Key Features of Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:\">Following are the Key Features of Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions on NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13\">Frequently Asked Questions on NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Q_Is_Chapter_13_of_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_important_for_the_second_term_exam\" title=\"Q. Is Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology important for the second term exam?\">Q. Is Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology important for the second term exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Q_What_topics_can_I_learn_from_Chapter_13_of_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology\" title=\"Q. What topics can I learn from Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology?\">Q. What topics can I learn from Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/ncert-exemplar-solutions\/class-11\/biology\/chapter-13-photosynthesis-in-higher-plants\/#Q_Why_should_I_refer_to_the_INFINITY_learn_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13\" title=\"Q. Why should I refer to the INFINITY learn NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13?\">Q. Why should I refer to the INFINITY learn NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NCERT_Exemplar_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13_-_Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants\"><\/span>NCERT Exemplar for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13 &#8211; Photosynthesis in Higher Plants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subject specialists have created NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13 Photosynthesis in Higher Plants, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which includes thorough solutions for reference. All of the unsolved questions from the textbook&#8217;s exercises are answered here. The NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 provide useful solutions for improving conceptual knowledge and help in entrance examinations like JEE mains and NEET.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The solutions are carefully solved using student-friendly terms while still adhering to the norms that must be followed when solving NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11. Practicing these answers can be incredibly advantageous not only in terms of exams but also in terms of helping Class 11 pupils perform well in upcoming competitive exams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The approaches for answering have been given special consideration to stay on target while not deviating from the intended answer. 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In total, the chapter Plant Physiology accounts for around a quarter of the questions on the term \u2013 II test. Unit &#8211; 4 is believed to account for a whopping 18 of the overall 70 marks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Students must therefore thoroughly revise and practice their responses, as well as have a thorough understanding of topics, in order to answer questions that measure their analyzing ability, conceptual knowledge, and so on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Following are the types of questions that are explained in this chapter:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Knowledge-based<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Application-based<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Comprehension-based<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Questions requiring higher-order cognitive skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Type of evaluation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><b>Following are the topics and subtopics that are discussed in Chapter 13 \u2013 Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><b>Number<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><b>Subtopic<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">What do we Know?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Early Experiments<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Where does Photosynthesis take place?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">How many Pigments are involved in Photosynthesis?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">What is Light Reaction?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.6<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The Electron Transport<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.7<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Where are the ATP and NADPH Used?<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The C4 Pathway<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.9<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Photorespiration<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.10<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Factors affecting Photosynthesis<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_of_Chapter\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><b>Introduction of Chapter<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants_focuses_on_the_specifics_of_photosynthesis_one_of_the_most_important_processes_in_plants_Only_green_plants_with_the_pigment_chlorophyll_can_go_through_this_procedure_Autotrophs_are_plants_that_create_their_own_sustenance_through_this_technique_Photosynthesis_is_a_Physico-chemical_process_that_uses_light_energy_to_create_organic_molecules_Because_the_sun_is_the_ultimate_source_of_energy_all_living_things_on_the_planet_rely_on_it_for_their_energy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Photosynthesis in Higher Plants focuses on the specifics of photosynthesis, one of the most important processes in plants. Only green plants with the pigment chlorophyll can go through this procedure. Autotrophs are plants that create their own sustenance through this technique. Photosynthesis is a Physico-chemical process that uses light energy to create organic molecules. Because the sun is the ultimate source of energy, all living things on the planet rely on it for their energy.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">This plant mechanism \u2014 photosynthesis \u2013 is the foundation of life on Earth. It is significant for two reasons: it is the world&#8217;s principal source of all food and it is responsible for the release of oxygen into the atmosphere by green plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The structure of photosynthetic equipment is discussed, as well as the several reactions that convert light energy into chemical energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Following_are_the_Key_Features_of_Photosynthesis_in_Higher_Plants\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><b>Following are the Key Features of Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">The solutions are straightforward and simple to comprehend.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">They&#8217;re simple to find.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Wherever possible, use diagrams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Tables are used whenever possible to help students learn concepts quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">For students, it is the ultimate study tool.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">Frequently Asked Questions on NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology Chapter 13<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Is_Chapter_13_of_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_important_for_the_second_term_exam\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #0000ff; font-size: 12pt;\">Q. Is Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology important for the second term exam?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Ans:<\/span> Yes, Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology is crucial for the term \u2013 II exam because it is worth 18 points. This chapter is part of Unit 4, which accounts for around a quarter of the questions in the second-term test. To do well on the term \u2013 II exam, students should extensively practise and revise the ideas on a regular basis. These solutions assist students in evaluating their conceptual knowledge and analysing abilities, both of which are critical for exam success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_topics_can_I_learn_from_Chapter_13_of_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #0000ff; font-size: 12pt;\">Q. What topics can I learn from Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Ans:<\/span> Following are the topics and subtopics that are discussed in Chapter 13 of NCERT Exemplar Solutions for Class 11 Biology:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.1 \u2013 What do we Know?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.2 \u2013 Early Experiments<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.3 \u2013 Where does Photosynthesis take place?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.4 \u2013 How many Pigments are involved in Photosynthesis?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.5 \u2013 What is Light Reaction?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.6 \u2013 The Electron Transport<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.7 \u2013 Where are the ATP and NADPH Used?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.8 \u2013 The C4 Pathway<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.9 \u2013 Photorespiration<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;\">13.10 \u2013 Factors affecting Photosynthesis<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_should_I_refer_to_the_INFINITY_learn_NCERT_Exemplar_Solutions_for_Class_11_Biology_Chapter_13\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #0000ff; font-size: 12pt;\">Q. 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