Question

    Considering the photosynthetic pathways of different

    crops, which among the following is NOT classified as a C3 plant, but rather follows the C4 pathway, which is more efficient under high light intensity and temperature conditions, making it better suited for tropical climates?
    A Oryza sativa Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Triticum aestivum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Zea mays Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Cicer arietinum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Glycine max Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Maize is a C4 plant, which is more efficient in photosynthesis under high light intensity and temperature, making it better adapted to tropical climates compared to C3 plants like rice, wheat, chickpea, and soybean.

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