If algae are exposed to 14 CO 2 for a brief period while illuminated, the labeled carbon

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If algae are exposed to 14CO2 for a brief period while illuminated, the labeled carbon is initially found almost entirely in the carboxyl group of 3-phosphoglycerate. However, if illumination is continued after the label pulse, other carbon atoms become labeled. Explain.  

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Biochemistry Concepts And Connections

ISBN: 9780134641621

2nd Edition

Authors: Dean Appling, Spencer Anthony-Cahill, Christopher Mathews

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