Photosynthesis Question 84
84. Series of reactions which can convert fatty acids to sugars in plants but not in animals is
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(a) krebs cycle
(b) glyoxylate cycle
(c) ornithine cycle
(d) glycolysis
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Answer : b
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(b) Several plant structures e.g. pollen, seeds contain fats. The fats are hydrolysed and consumed as a source of energy. This is accomplished through oxidative degradation called glyoxylate cycle.