DENDROLOGY

TREE PHYSIOLOGY

PHOTOSYNTHESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which choice correctly shows the gases that enter and exit plants during photosynthesis?
A
Enter:OxygenExit:Carbon dioxide
B
Enter:Water vaporExit:Glucose
C
Enter:Carbon dioxideExit:Oxygen
D
Enter:LightExit:Water vapor
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants synthesise their own food from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of sunlight and chlorophyll. During this process, oxygen is released as a by-product.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carbon dioxide enters the leaf and oxygen and water vapour leave the plant through the stomata.

Detailed explanation-3: -Stomata (noun, “STO-mah-tah”, singular “stoma”) These are the small pores in plant stems or leaves that allow carbon dioxide in and oxygen and water vapor out. Each tiny hole is surrounded by a pair of cells called guard cells.

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