Factors affecting the rate of photosynthesis

Question 1

Light Intensity:

Answer 1

The rate of photosynthesis increases as light intensity increases TO A POINT…at some point the plant maxes out it’s rate of photosynthesis

Question 2

Temperature:

Answer 2

Photosynthesis requires enzymes that work best within a certain range of temperatures (0℃ -35℃) Temperatures that are too high or too low can shut down the process of photosynthesis

Question 3

Amount of Water:

Answer 3

Low water can slow or completely stop the process of photosynthesis.