Lesson 2.6 - C4 & CAM Plants
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to...
Explain how plants have adapted and have altered the chemical changes and energy conversions associated with photosynthesis.
Task:
- Watch Alternative Mechanisms of Carbon Fixation Video Lesson (11:26 min) and complete The Alternative Mechanisms of Carbon Fixation Note
- Read Section 5.4 in the textbook and supplement your notes.
- Complete the Alternate Mechanisms Questions
- Submit all work to dropbox. Answer key will be provided once submitted.
Photosynthesis in C4 & CAM Plants
Guiding Questions:
- Why do plants want to avoid photorespiration?
- What mechanisms do C4 and CAM plants use to decrease photorespiration?