Factors Affecting Photosynthesis
Chapter Name : Photosynthesis In Higher Plants |
Sub Topic Code : 103_11_13_10_01 |
Topic Name : Factors Affecting Photosynthesis |
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Sub Topic Name : Light |
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Introduction
The various effects of light in plants?
Pre-Requisites:
Photosynthesis, Chlorophyll
Activity:
Place the plant in a dark room. After few days the plant will eventually die.
Real Life Question:
What happens if plants are exposed to low light?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Photosynthesis | Photosynthesis is the process of converting light energy to chemical energy and storing it in the bonds of sugar. |
| Chlorophyll | Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in cyanobacteria and the chloroplasts of algae and plants. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Plants | To observe the effect of light in plants. |
Real life uses :
Various plants absorb light for photosynthesis. Plants that are exposed to better light are healthy.
Places to visit :
Visit your garden where various plants are absorbing light for its growth.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Plants | Better light conditions help plants to yield more. |
What you learn in Theory:
Light has various effects on plant growth.
What you learn in Practice:
Plants growing in better light conditions are healthy.