The evolution of the C4 photosynthetic system is probably a strategy to:
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Correct answer: Fix more carbon while losing less water overall
C4 plants are roughly twice as efficient as C3 plants at fixing carbon for the same amount of water lost. This is an adaptation that maximizes photosynthetic yield while minimizing water loss in hot, water-stressed environments.
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