Calvin-Benson Cycle, C₄ and CAM Photosynthesis, and Photorespiration Explained | Chapter 11 of Plant Physiology and Development
Calvin-Benson Cycle, C₄ and CAM Photosynthesis, and Photorespiration Explained | Chapter 11 of Plant Physiology and Development Chapter 11 of Plant Physiology and Development dives into the carbon reactions of photosynthesis—processes that convert ATP and NADPH from the light reactions into stable, energy-rich carbohydrates. These reactions occur in the chloroplast stroma and are anchored by the Calvin-Benson cycle, a tightly regulated biochemical pathway essential for plant growth and productivity. This chapter also explores photorespiration, a major source of carbon loss, and the evolution of C₄ and CAM photosynthetic pathways that help plants thrive in hot, dry, or CO₂-limited environments. For a clear and accessible walkthrough of these concepts, watch the full Last Minute Lecture summary below. Watch the full chapter breakdown here: The Calvin-Benson Cycle: Three Core Phases The Calvin-Benson cycle fixes carbon dioxide into organic molecules using energy stored in ATP a...