Plants containing only chlorophyll b are exposed to radiation with the following wavelengths: 10nm (x-rays), 450nm (blue light), 670nm (red light), and 800nm (infrared light). Which plants harness the most energy for photosynthesis? a. X-ray irradiated plants b. Blue light irradiated plants c. Red light irradiated plants d. Infrared irradiated plants

Plants containing only chlorophyll b are exposed to radiation with the following wavelengths: 10nm (x-rays), 450nm (blue light), 670nm (red light), and 800nm (infrared light). Which plants harness the most energy for photosynthesis? a. X-ray irradiated plants b. Blue light irradiated plants c. Red light irradiated plants d. Infrared irradiated plants

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter6: Where It Starts-photosynthesis

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Problem 14SA: In C3 plants, _______ makes sugar production inefficient when stomata close on hot, dry days. a....

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