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Class 11 Biology NCERT Photosynthesis in Higher Plants explains the process by which green plants prepare food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water. This chapter covers the light reaction, dark reaction (Calvin cycle), C4 pathway, and photorespiration. It also highlights the role of pigments like chlorophyll in capturing solar energy.



By studying Photosynthesis in Higher Plants, students understand how plants convert light energy into chemical energy, sustaining life on Earth. The chapter is essential for CBSE board exams and NEET preparation, as it links plant physiology with ecological balance and crop productivity.