How many CO₂ molecules are fixed for the formation of one molecule of glucose in the Calvin cycle?

How many CO₂ molecules are fixed for the formation of one molecule of glucose in the Calvin cycle?
  1. 6
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 1

Solution

Six molecules of CO₂ and 6 turns of the cycle are required for the formation of one molecule of glucose from the Calvin pathway.

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