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Two green plants are kept separately in oxygen-free containers, one in the dark and the other in continuous light. Which one will live longer? Give reasons.
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Solution
As plants emit CO2 during breathing, plants kept under constant light survive longer. In the case of plants maintained in the dark, CO2 causes a shortage of oxygen, causing the plant to die sooner.
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