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The graph below shows rates of photosynthesis in a plant at different temperatures. (a) Account for the decrease in the rate of product formation at 410C...

The graph below shows rates of photosynthesis in a plant at different temperatures.
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(a) Account for the decrease in the rate of product formation at 410C from 5 to 20 minutes.
(b) Explain the results obtained at
(i) 250C.
(ii) 360C.
(c) (i) Other than temperature, state one external factor that affect the rate of photosynthesis.
(ii) Suggest the product which could have been used in the experiment.

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sharon
(a) Photosynthesis is controlled by enzymes ; the enzymes are denatured at high temperature; hence
Decrease in product formation. (2 mks)
(b)(i) The rate of product formation is low and constant; enzymes are inactive at low temperature;
(ii) Rate of photosynthesis is high and constant;
This is the optimum temperature for the enzyme activity; (4 mks)
(c)(i) Light intensity / carbon (iv) oxide; (1 mk)
(ii) Oxygen / glucose / starch;
sharon kalunda answered the question on May 27, 2019 at 12:33

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