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.