Question
A volcano erupts and sends a cloud of ash into the sky. The Sun is partially blocked for weeks.
What is the greatest effect this event has on plants during this time?
A. decreased photosynthesis
B. increased plant growth
C. decreased production of carbon dioxide
D. increased production of oxygen
E. increased production of starch
What is the greatest effect this event has on plants during this time?
A. decreased photosynthesis
B. increased plant growth
C. decreased production of carbon dioxide
D. increased production of oxygen
E. increased production of starch
Answers
GPT 3.5
The correct answer is A. decreased photosynthesis.
During the eruption and the weeks that follow, the ash cloud can block a significant amount of sunlight from reaching the plants. Photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy, is heavily reliant on the availability of sunlight. Therefore, the reduced sunlight due to the volcanic ash will result in a decrease in photosynthesis. This reduction in photosynthesis can have detrimental effects on plant growth and productivity.
During the eruption and the weeks that follow, the ash cloud can block a significant amount of sunlight from reaching the plants. Photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy, is heavily reliant on the availability of sunlight. Therefore, the reduced sunlight due to the volcanic ash will result in a decrease in photosynthesis. This reduction in photosynthesis can have detrimental effects on plant growth and productivity.