Limiting Factors Flashcards
1
Q
Name 1 of the 3 main limiting factors
A
Light
Carbon dioxide
Temperature
2
Q
Why would the rate of photosynthesis go down after the temperature has gone above 40 degrees centigrade?
A
Photosynthesis is controlled by enzymes which begin to denature at 40 degrees and above
However the rate of photosynthesis will increase up until the temperature reaches 40
3
Q
Why does light affect the rate of photosynthesis?
A
Light energy has to be absorbed by the chlorophyll in plants for photosynthesis to take place
4
Q
What is a limiting factor?
A
Anything that may stop photosynthesis from happening as fast as it can
