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The `C_(4)` plants are photosynthesis more efficient then `C_(3)` plant because
(a) The `CO_(2)` efflux is not prevented
(b) They have more chloroplasts
(c) The `CO_(2)` compensation point is more.
(d) `CO_(2)` generated during photorespiration is trapped and recycled through PEP carboxylase

A

The `CO_(2)` efflux is not prevented

B

They have more chloroplasts

C

The `CO_(2)` compensation point is more.

D

`CO_(2)` generated during photorespiration is trapped and recycled through PEP carboxylase

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To determine why C4 plants are more efficient in photosynthesis than C3 plants, we need to analyze the options provided: 1. **Understanding C4 and C3 Plants**: - C3 plants primarily use the Calvin cycle for photosynthesis and have a single type of cell containing chloroplasts (mesophyll cells). - C4 plants have a specialized anatomy known as Kranz anatomy, which includes two types of cells: mesophyll cells and bundle sheath cells. This structure allows for a more efficient process of capturing and utilizing CO2. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **(a) The CO2 efflux is not prevented**: This statement is not correct because C4 plants are designed to minimize CO2 loss. - **(b) They have more chloroplasts**: While C4 plants do have chloroplasts in both mesophyll and bundle sheath cells, this is not the primary reason for their efficiency. - **(c) The CO2 compensation point is more**: This statement is misleading; C4 plants have a lower CO2 compensation point, allowing them to photosynthesize efficiently even at low CO2 levels. - **(d) CO2 generated during photorespiration is trapped and recycled through PEP carboxylase**: This is the correct option. C4 plants can effectively capture and utilize CO2 that is released during photorespiration, thus enhancing their efficiency. 3. **Conclusion**: - The most accurate reason why C4 plants are more efficient in photosynthesis than C3 plants is option **(d)**: "CO2 generated during photorespiration is trapped and recycled through PEP carboxylase." ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the types of plants**: Understand the difference between C3 and C4 plants. 2. **Examine the options**: Analyze each option to see if it correctly explains the efficiency of C4 plants. 3. **Select the correct answer**: Determine that option (d) is the correct explanation for the increased efficiency of C4 plants.
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