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Question
Give some adaptations in green leaf photosynthesis.
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Solution
(i) A large surface area to absorb water.
(ii) It is positioned at a right angle to the light to get maximum light.
(iii) There are numerous stomata to allow rapid exchange of gases.
(iv) Leaves are thin to allow rapid transport or diffusion of materials.
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