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Question
Are the following statement true or false? Give a reason in support of your answer.
The outside atmospheric temperature has no effect on the rate of photosynthesis.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is false.
Explanation:
The atmospheric temperature is an important external factor affecting photosynthesis. The rate of photosynthesis increases up to a temperature of 35°C after which the rate falls and the photosynthesis stops at 40°C.
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