Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Investigation of limiting factors

Investigation of limiting factors — practice question

Fig. 8.1 illustrates the effect of temperature on the photosynthesis rate of a plant while light intensity remains constant and the carbon dioxide concentration is $0.03\%$.
(a(i))[5]

Suggest and explain why the rate of photosynthesis of the plant decreases to zero just above $40\,^{\circ}\text{C}$.

(a(ii))[3]

Draw, on Fig. 8.1, the curve that would probably result if the same experiment were repeated using a plant such as sorghum. Give reasons for your curve.

(b(i))[1]

Complete Table 8.1 by adding the missing entries.

(b(ii))[3]

Use the data in the table to plot a graph on the grid below showing how light intensity affects the rate of photosynthesis.

(b(iii))[2]

With reference to photosynthesis, state what is meant by a limiting factor.

(b(iv))[1]

State the limiting factor for these four experiments.

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