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Even though only few cells in a `C_(4)` plant carry out the biosynthesis - Calvin pathway, they are highly productive. Can you describe why ?

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As carbon dioxide fixation is very effective in `C_(4)` plants, and so accumulation of products in bundle sheath cells takes place, `C_(4)` plants are highly productive.
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