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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis Objective Question

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The document states that the rate of photosynthesis is influenced by temperature because:
Options
A Temperature directly affects light absorption
B Photosynthesis reactions are enzyme-controlled
Correct Answer
C High temperatures denature chlorophyll
D Low temperatures reduce water uptake
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 17 explains that 'To some extent both the day and night reaction of photosynthesis are enzyme controlled; therefore, temperature-sensitive.'

Hint

Many biological processes, including photosynthesis, rely on biological catalysts that are sensitive to temperature.

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