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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?
What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?
Which scientist first published about the process of photosynthesis in 1779?
Which scientist first published about the process of photosynthesis in 1779?
Which metabolic pathway is the oldest and most common form of photosynthesis?
Which metabolic pathway is the oldest and most common form of photosynthesis?
Which type of plant uses crassulacean acid metabolism for photosynthesis in arid conditions?
Which type of plant uses crassulacean acid metabolism for photosynthesis in arid conditions?
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Photosynthesis
- The main purpose of photosynthesis is to convert light energy into chemical energy.
History of Photosynthesis
- Joseph Priestley first published about the process of photosynthesis in 1779.
Metabolic Pathways
- The oldest and most common form of photosynthesis is the Calvin cycle.
Adaptations in Photosynthesis
- Plants that use crassulacean acid metabolism (CAM) are adapted to photosynthesize in arid conditions, such as cacti and succulents.
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Test your knowledge on the evolution of photosynthesis, from its origin to its subsequent development. Learn about the history of this fundamental biological process and the pioneering work of Jan Ingenhousz.
