B2a: The Rate Of Photosynthesis

Question 0

At night what is the limiting factor?

Answer 0

Light

Question 1

What factors affect the rate of photosynthesis?

Answer 1

Intensity of LIGHT
volume of CO2
TEMPERATURE
Shortness of water— limiting

Question 2

In winter what is the limiting factor?

Answer 2

Temperature

Question 3

If its warm enought or bright enough, what is the limiting factor?

Answer 3

CO2

Question 4

What slows down the rate of photosynthesis?

Answer 4

Not enough light
Too little CO2
Not right temperature, enzymes wont work properly

Question 5

How to artificially create the ideal conditions for plants to grow

Answer 5

Greenhouse
Trap sun’s heat
Artificial light
Paraffin heater- produce CO2

Question 6

Advantages of greenhouse

Answer 6

Right conditions for plants
Freen from pests and diseases
Farmers add fertilisers to provide minerals
Plants grow faster more crops

Question 7

Disadvantages of greenhouse

Answer 7

Costs money

Easy to put in too much, waste money