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Which of these is not true regarding photorespiration?(a) ATP is not synthesized(b) 1 molecule of phosphoglycerate is formed(c) 1 molecule of PGA is formed(d) The active site of RuBisCO binds to oxygenI have been asked this question in class test.Enquiry is from Higher Plants Photosynthesis in division Photosynthesis in Higher Plants of Biology – Class 11

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Correct option is (c) 1 molecule of PGA is FORMED

Best explanation: During the process of photorespiration, the active SITE of RuBisCO binds to oxygen. ATP and sugars are not formed. Instead of PGA, 1 molecule of phosphoglycerate and phosphoglycolate are formed.



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