Question

The dark reaction of photosynthesis is known as __________.

Answer 1

Dark reaction:

1. Dark reaction in photosynthesis means the reactions which can occur independent of sunlight.
2. So, it is also known as the light independent phase of photosynthesis.
3. During the dark reaction with the help of enzymes, glucose is produced.
4. As the chemical energy, glucose is synthesized in this phase it is known as the biochemical phase.

Final answer : The dark reaction of photosynthesis is known as biochemical phase.