How many molecules of ATP and NADPH are required for every molecule of CO2 fixed in the Calvin cycle?

(A)2 molecules of ATP and 3 molecules of NADPH
(B)2 molecules of ATP and 2 molecules of NADPH
(C)3 molecules of ATP and 3 molecules of NADPH
(D)3 molecules of ATP and 2 molecules of NADPH

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Hence for every $\text{CO}_2$ molecule entering the Calvin cycle, 3 molecules of ATP and 2 of NADPH are required.

Chapter: Photosynthesis in Higher Plants
Section: 11.7 WHERE ARE THE ATP AND NADPH USED?
Page: 14
Words matched: 15 of 19

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