Light Intensity Flashcards
1
Q
Light intensity
A
The energy hitting an area over some time period
2
Q
The higher the light intensity…
A
The higher the rate of photosynthesis
3
Q
If there is little or no light…
A
Photosynthesis stops
4
Q
Describe the 1st and 2nd part of the graph
A
It gradually increases until it reaches the maximum rate
5
Q
Describe the 3rd part of the graph
A
When it reaches the maximum rate it plateaus
