Meaning Of The Word Dark reaction

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dark reaction in American English
the second phase of photosynthesis, that does not require the presence of light, during which ATP releases stored energy that is used to convert carbon dioxide molecules into sugars and other nutrients
noun: the phase of photosynthesis, not requiring light, in which carbohydrates are synthesized from carbon dioxide

dark reaction in British English
noun: the stage of photosynthesis involving the reduction of carbon dioxide and the dissociation of water, using chemical energy stored in ATP: does not require the presence of light

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