Question
Biology Question on Photosynthesis in higher plants
Photosynthesis is maximum in
A
green light
B
blue followed by red light
C
red followed by blue light
D
blue light
Answer
red followed by blue light
Explanation
Solution
Photosynthesis occurs in visible part of spectrum i.e. 380 nm - 760 nm. In monochromatic lights, maximum photosynthesis occurs in red light, followed by blue light and poor photosynthesis occurs in green light. Photosynthesis is maximum in polychromatic light or white light.