Using your knowledge of photosynthesis, which answer choice explains what most likely will happen to those leaves once the plant is put back in the sun without the construction paper circles attached?
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Once the plant is put back in the sun without the construction paper circles attached, the leaves will be exposed to direct sunlight. With direct sunlight, photosynthesis can occur at its optimal rate. The chlorophyll in the leaves will capture the sunlight energy, which will be used in the process of converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. As a result, the leaves will produce more glucose and oxygen, and the plant will be able to carry out its energy production more efficiently. Therefore, the leaves will become greener, healthier, and the plant will thrive as photosynthesis resumes at a normal rate.