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A potted plant was taken in order to prove a factor necessary for photosynthesis. The potted plant was kept in the dark for 24 hours. One of the leaves was covered with black paper in the centre. The potted plant was then placed in sunlight for a few hours.
What aspect of photosynthesis was being tested?
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Solution
Light is required for photosynthesis.
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A potted plant was taken in order to prove a factor necessary for photosynthesis. The potted plant was kept in the dark for 24 hours. One of the leaves was covered with black paper in the centre. The potted plant was then placed in sunlight for a few hours.
During the starch test, why was the leaf
(1) boiled in water
(2) boiled in methylated spirit
A potted plant was taken in order to prove a factor necessary for photosynthesis. The potted plant was kept in the dark for 24 hours. One of the leaves was covered with black paper in the centre. The potted plant was then placed in sunlight for a few hours.
Write a balanced chemical equation to represent the process of photosynthesis.
Why Is Photosynthesis Important in Nature?
Differentiate Between:
Light reaction and Dark reaction.
Name the following:
The site of light reaction in the cell of a leaf.
Complete the following sentence with appropriate word:
Carbon dioxide enters the leaf through _______.
Which of the following is used to remove chlorophyll from the leaves?
Give reasons/explain:
During the starch test, the leaf is boiled in water.
