Photosynthesis-In-Higher-Plants Question 257

Question: In the leaves of $ C_4 $ plants, malic acid formation during $ CO_2 $ fixation occurs in the cells of:

Options:

A) Epidermis

B) Mesophyll

C) Bundle Sheath

D) Phloem

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] In the leaves of $ C_4 $ plants, malic acid formation during $ CO_2 $ fixation occurs in the cells of mesophyll.