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Photosynthesis in Higher Plants

Subject: General Science

Book: NCERT Biology Class 12

Detailed study of the process of photosynthesis.
- **Light Reactions**:
- Photolysis of water, ATP synthesis.
- **Calvin Cycle**:
- Carbon fixation and sugar production.
- **C3, C4, and CAM Pathways**:
- Adaptations in different plants.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. Explain the process of photolysis in photosynthesis.
2. What are the differences between C3 and C4 plants?
3. Describe the role of ATP and NADPH in photosynthesis.
4. How does the Calvin cycle function in CO₂ fixation?
5. Discuss adaptations in CAM plants for photosynthesis.

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