What enzyme fixes carbon dioxide in the Calvin cycle?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Rubisco
- Step 1: Rubisco attaches CO2 to ribulose bisphosphate. Answer: Rubisco. Why not the others: ATP synthase, Catalase and Amylase don't fit.
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