The outcome of the Calvin cycle is the
A) capture of energy from sunlight.
B) synthesis of sugars like glucose, fructose, and sucrose.
C) production of pyruvate.
D) breakdown of complex molecules and the subsequent release of energy.

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The Calvin cycle is a series of reactions that take place in the chloroplasts of plants and algae. The ultimate goal of the Calvin cycle is the synthesis of sugars such as glucose, fructose, and sucrose. This process is driven by the energy captured during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

The Outcome of the Calvin Cycle Is the