NEET2017Botany-Plant Physiology

NEET 2017 Botany Photosynthesis MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

With reference to factors affecting the rate of photosynthesis, which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A

Light saturation for CO₂ fixation occurs at 10% of full sunlight.

B

Increasing atmospheric CO₂ concentration upto 0.05% can enhance CO₂ fixation rate.

C

C₃ plants responds to higher temperatures with enhanced photosynthesis while C₄ plants have much lower temperature optimum.

D

Tomato is a greenhouse crop which can be grown in CO₂ enriched atmosphere for higher yield.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

C₄ plants have a higher temperature optimum compared to C₃ plants, which is why they are more efficient in hot climates.

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