Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process

Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process — practice question

Section B. Answer only one question.
(a)[7]

Explain how the leaves of a C4 plant, such as maize, are physiologically adapted for efficient carbon fixation at high temperatures.

(b)[8]

Describe how photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy as ATP.

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