Section 3
The Light-Independent Reactions of Photosynthesis
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CAM and C4 Photosynthesis
Some plants have evolved mechanisms to increase the CO2 concentration in their leaves under hot and dry conditions.
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The Calvin Cycle
The Calvin cycle is organized into three basic stages: fixation, reduction, and regeneration.
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The Energy Cycle
All organisms need energy to perform life functions, and energy that is released is reused in other ways.