Register

The alternative pathways of photosynthesis using the c4 or cam systems are said to be compromises. why?

The alternative pathways of photosynthesis using the c4 or cam systems are said to be compromises. why?
asked 23.6k views
3 votes
The alternative pathways of photosynthesis using the c4 or cam systems are said to be compromises. why?

asked
User ManojGeek
by
7.6k points

1 Answer

4 votes
 It is because C4 compromises on water loss and CAM compromises on photorespiration. and Both minimize photorespiration but expend more ATP during carbon fixation. 
answered
User Ruchir Bharadwaj
by
7.9k points
← Prev Question Next Question →

Related questions

User Cwarny
asked Apr 21, 2019 3.6k views
Why don't all plants use the c4 or cam pathways to avoid photorespiration?
Cwarny asked Apr 21, 2019
by Cwarny
8.3k points
1 answer
2 votes
3.6k views
Ask a Question
Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.

Categories

Other Questions

Compare and contrast an electric generator and a battery??
How do you balance __H2SO4 + __B(OH)3 --> __B2(SO4)3 + __H2O
Can someone complete the chemical reactions, or write which one do not occur, and provide tehir types? *c2h4+h2o *c3h8 + hcl *c2h2+br2 *c4h10+br2 *c3h6+br2
Link Copied!