Overview
Photorespiration is a crucial process in plants that can significantly impact their growth and productivity. It occurs when the enzyme RuBisCO reacts with oxygen instead of carbon dioxide, leading to the release of carbon dioxide and a decrease in photosynthetic efficiency. This process is more prev...
Key Terms
Example: During hot days, plants may undergo photorespiration, leading to lower sugar production.
Example: RuBisCO can also react with oxygen, leading to photorespiration.
Example: Wheat and rice are examples of C3 plants.
Example: Corn and sugarcane are C4 plants.
Example: Stomata open to take in CO2 and close to prevent water loss.
Example: High oxygenase activity can lead to increased photorespiration.
Related Topics
Photosynthesis
The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.
intermediatePlant Adaptations
How plants evolve to survive in various environments, including adaptations to minimize photorespiration.
intermediateClimate Change Impact on Agriculture
Exploring how climate change affects crop yields and plant processes like photorespiration.
advancedKey Concepts
C3 plantsOxygenase activityCarbon fixationEnvironmental impact