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Are the stomata usually open or closed during photosynthesis explain?
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∙ 6y ago
They are usually closed during these periods so that they wont loose any water because of transpiration.
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∙ 12y ago
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Does a wilted plant go through photosynthesis?
In wilted plants the stomata are closed and water becomes a limiting factor hence there will be no photosynthesis.
What happens to the rate of photosynthesis if the openings in the leaves were closed in daylight?
The stomata must be open in order to admit carbon dioxide, which is necessary for photosynthesis. Otherwise, you will see a sharp decrease in the rate of photosynthesis.
When do c4 plants keep their stomata closed?
The C4 plants tend to keep their stomata closed during the day to conserve water.
What's the funcion of the stoma and the guard cells in plant leaves?
Guard cells are able to control how open or closed stomata are by changing shape. The gas exchange occurs when stomata are open facilitates photosynthesis
Will the stomata of a wilted plant be open or closed?
it is closed so no further water can be lost
Which 3 processes stop if stomata is closed?
Diffusion, Respiration & Photosynthesis. These 3 processes will stop if stomata is closed.
What is the advantages of a stomata being closed at night?
Primarily, and in C3 plants, the stomata closed at night retards the loss of moisture when photosynthesis is not taking place.
How does the number of stomata affect photosynthesis and transpiration?
The stomata are surrounded by guard cell which are tasked with the graduated opening and closing of the stomata. So, wide ope much carbon dioxide is diffusing into the cells and the rate of photosynthesis is high, but as the stomata work their way towards the closed position the rate of photosynthesis slows down until it can stop completely with no diffusion of CO2 through the closed stomata.
Does a wilted plant go through photosynthesis?
In wilted plants the stomata are closed and water becomes a limiting factor hence there will be no photosynthesis.
What is a guard cell of a plants?
The guard cells flank the stomata and are the means by which the stomata are opened and closed. To take in CO2 and to expel O2 and water. Can close to conserve water if needed and this process usually happens at night when photosynthesis, the light reaction, is suspended.
What happens to the rate of photosynthesis if the openings in the leaves were closed in daylight?
The stomata must be open in order to admit carbon dioxide, which is necessary for photosynthesis. Otherwise, you will see a sharp decrease in the rate of photosynthesis.
Why transpiration does not takes place at night?
since photosynthesis does not take place at night, stomata is closed, thus, water evaporation will cease
What is the advantage of keeping stomata closed during the day?
as photosynthesis can only take place in day as it uses sun its source of energy ...............
Why are stomata usually closed in the dark?
In the day plants use their stomatas to absorb carbon dioxide. However, in the night, plants absorb oxygen instead of carbon dioxide thus they stop their stomatas from absorbing anymore carbon dioxide by closing them
When do c4 plants keep their stomata closed?
The C4 plants tend to keep their stomata closed during the day to conserve water.
Does the stoma close in light?
The stomata closes duirng the night when there is no light, this is because photosynthesis only takes place during the light and that is when the stoma is open , to let in carbon dioxide for photosynthesis. Otherwise it is closed. =D hope this helps
What is the function of stomata in photosynthesis?
Photosynthesis is an essential life process carried out in plants, algae and cyanobacteria. Using raw materials from the environment, a plant uses light energy from the sun with water and carbon dioxide and creates food and energy. As a result, the plant is able to grow and fuel the atmosphere with oxygen. Because of photosynthesis, life exists on Earth.
