Evolution of Photosynthesis Quiz

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What is the oldest and most common form of photosynthesis?

  • Calvin cycle photosynthesis
  • C3 photosynthesis (correct)
  • CAM photosynthesis
  • C4 photosynthesis

Which scientist is credited with the discovery of photosynthesis?

  • Jan Ingenhousz (correct)
  • Joseph Priestley
  • Robert Hooke
  • Antoine Lavoisier

What adaptation for photosynthesis is used by plants in arid conditions?

  • Hydrogen metabolism
  • C4 photosynthesis
  • Crassulacean acid metabolism (CAM) (correct)
  • Calvin cycle

What is the likely initial source of reducing agents for early photosynthetic organisms?

<p>Hydrogen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age have fossils of filamentous photosynthetic organisms been dated?

<p>&gt;3500 million years old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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