CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Photosynthesis
Describe the sequence of events in the Calvin cycle that converts carbon dioxide into triose phosphate (TP), including the roles of the products of the light-dependent stage. Start your answer with the fixation of carbon dioxide by ribulose bisphosphate (RuBP).
5 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 5 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.
Describe means: Say what happens or what something is like, in order and with detail. You are not being asked why. If there is data, quote it: name the trend, then give figures with units at the points where it changes.
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