What are the advantages of C4 and CAM photosynthesis compared to C3 photosynthesis?
A) high sugar production can be maintained on hot, dry days
B) water is not necessary for the light-dependent reactions
C) carbon dioxide is not needed for the light-independent reactions
D) less sugar is necessary for metabolic activities
E) more than one of these is an advantage of C4 and CAM photosynthesis

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C4 and CAM photosynthesis allow plants to maintain high sugar production on hot, dry days by minimizing water loss and efficiently fixing carbon dioxide even when stomata are closed.

What Are the Advantages of C4 and CAM Photosynthesis Compared