What does “Calvin cycle (dark reaction)” actually mean in Photosynthesis in Higher Plants, and why does it matter for NEET?
occurs in the stroma, fixing CO₂ into sugar using the ATP and NADPH from the light reactions.
In simple words: occurs in the stroma, fixing CO₂ into sugar using the ATP and NADPH from the light reactions. Getting Calvin cycle (dark reaction) clear matters because NEET questions on Photosynthesis in Higher Plants usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.
Key point
Calvin cycle (dark reaction)
Common mistake
thinking the 'dark reaction' happens only at night.
Memory tip
it's called light-independent, but it usually runs in daylight using the light reaction's products.
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