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What is the primary acceptor of CO2 in C4 plants? What is the first compound formed as a result of primary carboxylation in the C4 pathway?

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The primary acceptor of carbon dioxide in C4 plalnts is Phosphenol pyruvic acid(PEP). The first formed compound as a result of primary carboxylation in C4 plants is Oxaloacetic acid.


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