NEET Biology ยท Hard

Photosynthesis in Higher Plants: CAM Logic MCQ

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CAM LogicHardQuestion 13845

Question

A major ecological advantage of CAM pathway is:

  1. A
    High water-use efficiency
    Correct
  2. B
    No need of chlorophyll
  3. C
    Absence of ATP requirement
  4. D
    Direct nitrogen fixation

Correct answer

High water-use efficiency

Explanation

Night-time stomatal opening reduces transpiration in arid environments.