Question

Compensation point means

• A. when the rate of photosynthesis is equal to rate of respiration
• B. when there is neither photosynthesis, nor respiration
• C. when the entire food manufactured in photosynthesis remains unutilised
• D. when availability of water equalises with necessity of water

Answer 1

The correct option is A when the rate of photosynthesis is equal to rate of respiration

Light compensation point is characterised by:

• Intensity of light at which the rate of photosynthesis becomes equal to rate of respiration in plants.
• Net photosynthesis is zero.
• Net amount of oxygen produced in zero.