During the first portion of the experiment, the lights were turned off and a timer was set for 5 minutes. No bubbles were released during this 5 minutes. Which of the answer choices below is the best reason why. (1 point)

Question

Responses

A. There was no light present for photosynthesis to occur

B. There was no carbon dioxide present for photosynthesis to occur

C. There was no oxygen present for photosynthesis to occur

Answer 1

The best reason why no bubbles were released during the first portion of the experiment, where the lights were turned off, is:

A. There was no light present for photosynthesis to occur.

Photosynthesis requires light as one of its essential components. Without light, the process cannot take place, which would explain the lack of bubbles (typically signifying oxygen production) during that time.