Question
Give comparison between the $\mathrm{C}_3$ leaf anatomy and $\mathrm{C}_4$ leaf anatomy.
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S.No.
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$\mathrm{C}_3$Leaf Anatomy
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$\mathrm{C}_4$Leaf Atomy
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(i)
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Only one type of chloroplast is present.
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Kranz anatomy, i.e., tYPe of cell, each with its own tYPe of chloroplast is Present.
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(ii)
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Less efficient in photosynthesis than $\mathrm{C}_4$ leaves.
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More efficent in photosynthesis than $\mathrm{C}_3$ leaves.
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(iii)
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Only mesophyll cells carryout photosynthesis.
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Both mesophyll cells and bundle sheath cells carryout photosynthesis.
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