Describe the light reactions of photosynthesis for C3 plant. Trace the path of a carbon dioxide molecule from the point at which it enters a plant to its incorporation into a glucose molecule. Include leaf anatomy and biochemical pathways in the discussion.
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**Light Reactions**: In C3 plants, the light reactions of photosynthesis occur in the chloroplasts, specifically in the thylakoid membranes. These reactions involve the absorption of light energy by chlorophyll and other pigments, which then convert this energy Show more…
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