MDCAT Biology MCQ #466

Under conditions where a plant cell requires extra ATP but does not need additional reducing power, which process takes place?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #466

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Under conditions where a plant cell requires extra ATP but does not need additional reducing power, which process takes place?

    • A) ATP is produced but no NADPH is formed
    • B) Both ATP and NADPH are produced
    • C) Water is oxidized to release oxygen
    • D) Electrons are transferred to NADP+ reductase

    Answer: ATP is produced but no NADPH is formed

    Explanation: Cyclic flow occurs when NADPH levels are high and only ATP is needed; non-cyclic flow produces both ATP and NADPH.