Chlorophyll as a Limiting Factor
Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs light energy; without it, photosynthesis cannot happen.
What can cause a plant to have less chlorophyll?
What is Chlorophyll as a Limiting Factor?
"Chlorophyll is the green pigment in chloroplasts that is essential for capturing energy for photosynthesis."
What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
On a very hot, bright day, the rate of photosynthesis might actually slow down. Why?
Choose the correct answer: which change would usually increase the rate of photosynthesis if light intensity is the limiting factor?
Select what is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
The Role of Chlorophyll
Less chlorophyll means less light can be absorbed.
Causes include magnesium deficiency (chlorosis) or tobacco mosaic virus.
Variegated leaves (white and green) have less overall photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll is an internal factor, unlike light or CO2 which are environmental factors.
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