NEET Biology ยท Hard

Photosynthesis in Higher Plants: Primary Acceptor MCQ

Solve this quality-checked NEET multiple-choice question, then review the correct answer and explanation.

Timer-based practiceDetailed answer reviewMobile-friendly flow
Primary AcceptorHardQuestion 13829

Question

The primary CO2 acceptor in C4 plants is:

  1. A
    PEP
    Correct
  2. B
    RuBP
  3. C
    Pyruvate
  4. D
    NADPH

Correct answer

PEP

Explanation

Phosphoenol pyruvate accepts CO2 in mesophyll cells of C4 plants.