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CAM and C4 Photosynthesis

Cross section of agave, a CAM plant

Cross section of agave, a CAM plant

Cross section of a CAM (crassulacean acid metabolism) plant, specifically of an agave leaf. Vascular bundles shown. Drawing based on microscopic images courtesy of Cambridge University Plant Sciences Department.

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  • C4 carbon fixation
  • crassulacean acid metabolism
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