NEET BIOLOGY

PLANT PHYSIOLOGY

PHOTOSYNTHESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An increase in which of the following substances will cause an increase in the rate of photosynthesis until a maximum rate is established?
A
carbon dioxide and light intensity
B
oxygen and light intensity
C
temperature and carbon dioxide
D
temperature and oxygen
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -As it is normally present in the atmosphere at very low concentrations (about 0.04%), increasing carbon dioxide concentration causes a rapid rise in the rate of photosynthesis, which eventually plateaus when the maximum rate of fixation is reached.

Detailed explanation-2: -Elevated [CO2] causes increased photosynthesis in plants, which leads to greater production of carbohydrates and biomass.

Detailed explanation-3: -Carbon dioxide concentration If the concentration of carbon dioxide is increased, the rate of photosynthesis will therefore increase.

Detailed explanation-4: -As you rise from low light intensity to higher light intensity, the rate of photosynthesis will increase because there is more light available to drive the reactions of photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-5: -Studies have shown that increased concentrations of carbon dioxide increase photosynthesis, spurring plant growth. While rising carbon dioxide concentrations in the air can be beneficial for plants, it is also the chief culprit of climate change.

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