Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11
If the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere is increased from 0.04% to 0.05%, how will the rate of photosynthesis in C3 plants likely change under high light intensity conditions?
A
The rate of photosynthesis will increase.
B
The rate of photosynthesis will decrease.
C
The rate of photosynthesis will remain unchanged.
D
The rate of photosynthesis will saturate immediately.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, an increase in CO2 concentration up to 0.05% can cause an increase in CO2 fixation rates in C3 plants under high light intensity conditions.
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