2022 Photosynthesis in Higher PlantsC4 Pathway – Kranz Anatomy Medium Question 25 of 91 in Photosynthesis in Higher Plants

What is the role of large bundle sheath cells found around the vascular bundles in C4 plants?

A To protect the vascular tissue from high light intensity
B To provide the site for photorespiratory pathway
C To increase the number of chloroplast for the operation of Calvin cycle
D To enable the plant to tolerate high temperature

The answer is C.

Solution

Concept bundle sheath cells in C4 plants

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