Table 1. Comparison of C3, C4, and CAM plants in photosynthetic efficiency and resistance profile.
| Green organism | Resistance to low temperatures | Resistance to high temperatures | Resistance to dryness | Photosynthetic efficiency | CO2 removal/O2 production |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
C3 plants |
Resistant |
Sensitive |
Sensitive |
Medium |
Medium |
|
C4 plants |
Sensitive |
Resistant |
Medium resistant |
High |
High |
|
CAM plants |
Medium resistant |
Resistant |
Resistant |
Low |
Low |
| Microalgae | Resistant | Resistant | Medium resistant | High | High |