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The Calvin cycle is called the dark cycle because it does not require light to proceed. Unlike light reactions, the Calvin cycle is a light-independent reaction, which means it can and will occur in the dark as well as the light.

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Which process of photosynthesis can occur even when theres no light?

That is the Dark cycle. Also called Calvin cycle


What is another name for the for the dark reaction?

the calvin cycle


Does the Calvin cycle occur only in the dark?

It cannot occur in the dark. It contains an enzyme called rubisco which is a light-activated enzyme. Also the Calvin cycle uses the chemical energy produced in the light reactions, and the light reactions need sunlight energy in order to produce the energy needed in the Calvin cycle. Hope that helps :)


What is the difference between the light dependent and the dark reactions of the Calvin cycle?

The light-dependent reactions of the Calvin cycle require light to occur and take place in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplast. These reactions generate ATP and NADPH. In contrast, the dark reactions (Calvin-Benson cycle) occur in the stroma of the chloroplast and use ATP and NADPH from the light-dependent reactions to fix carbon dioxide and produce sugars.


The Calvin Cycle is known as what?

The Calvin Cycle is also known as the dark phase of photosynthesis.


What is another name for the dark reactions of photosynthesis?

Calvin cycle or light independent reaction


The light reactions occur in the while the Calvin cycle occurs in the?

The light reactions occur in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts, while the Calvin cycle (dark reactions) occurs in the stroma of the chloroplasts. The light reactions capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH), which is used in the Calvin cycle to fix carbon dioxide and produce sugars.


Does the Calvin cycle only occur in the dark?

It cannot occur in the dark. It contains an enzyme called rubisco which is a light-activated enzyme. Also the Calvin cycle uses the chemical energy produced in the light reactions, and the light reactions need sunlight energy in order to produce the energy needed in the Calvin cycle. Hope that helps :)


What cycle forms by dark reactions in photosynthesis?

The Calvin Cycle


What cycle are sugars produces in the chloroplast?

It is called calvin cycle. It is called dark reaction too


Does the Calvin cycle operate in the dark?

yes


Does the Calvin cycle work in the light or the dark?

The Calvin cycle, which is part of the process of photosynthesis, can occur in both light and dark conditions. However, it is usually most active in the light when there is sufficient light energy available to drive the reactions.