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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which statement best describes the relationship between light intensity and photosynthetic rate?
Options
A It decreases photosynthetic activity
B It increases rate up to a saturation point, then plateaus
Correct Answer
C It causes complete enzyme denaturation
D It constantly decreases ATP production
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Initially, the photosynthetic rate increases linearly with light intensity as more photons are available to drive the light reactions. Eventually, another factor (like CO2 concentration or enzyme activity) becomes limiting, and the rate levels off.

Hint

It's a limiting factor relationship.

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