Which of the following statements concerning the Calvin cycle is false?

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Light energy is necessary in the first stage of photosynthesis, but not in the Calvin cycle. The Calvin cycle uses the energy stored in ATP and NADPH + H+ to convert CO2 into sugars, and regenerate the starting molecule RuBP. Option B is true, because CO₂ (carbon dioxide) is assimilated into sugars via the Calvin cycle. Option C is also true, because the Calvin cycle regenerates RuBP. Option D is true, because the Calvin cycle requires ATP and NADPH + H+ to function.

Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Calvin Cycle Is