7.3 - Light-Independent Reactions (Calvin Cycle)
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of the Calvin Cycle?
💡 Hint: Think about what the products of photosynthesis are!
Where does the Calvin Cycle occur?
💡 Hint: Recall the structure of chloroplasts.
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What does the Calvin Cycle produce?
💡 Hint: Consider what the 'end product' of photosynthesis is.
True or False: The Calvin Cycle occurs during the day only.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of light-dependent reactions.
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Describe the impact of increased atmospheric CO2 on the Calvin Cycle and its potential effects on plant growth.
💡 Hint: Consider how plants respond to changes in their environment.
Explain how the Calvin Cycle contributes to the global carbon cycle.
💡 Hint: Think about the interconnectedness of carbon in ecosystems.
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