A scientist performs an experiment by placing petroleum jelly on under side of plant leaves. This blocks the leaves’ stomata. The plant continues to be watered and is located in a sunny spot. What will the scientist observe?(1 point)

Question

Responses

The plant grows, flowers, and seeds.
The plant grows, flowers, and seeds.

The plant goes into hibernation.
The plant goes into hibernation.

The plant grows and thrives.
The plant grows and thrives.

The plant withers and dies.
The plant withers and dies.

Answer 1

The most likely observation the scientist would make is: The plant withers and dies.

Blocking the stomata with petroleum jelly prevents the plant from conducting gas exchange, which is crucial for processes like photosynthesis and respiration. Without the ability to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen, as well as losing the ability to regulate moisture, the plant is likely to suffer from stress, leading to wilting and eventual death.

Answer 2

How many carbon atoms combine in the photosynthesis reaction?(1 point)
Responses

6
6

12
12

2
2

1

Answer 3

In the photosynthesis reaction, the typical balanced equation is represented as:

\[ 6 \text{CO}_2 + 6 \text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{C}6\text{H}{12}\text{O}_6 + 6 \text{O}_2 \]

This indicates that 6 molecules of carbon dioxide (CO₂) are required, which means 6 carbon atoms combine in the overall photosynthesis reaction.

So, the correct response is: 6.