Question

Most effective wavelength of light for photosynthesis is

• A. Green
• B. Violet
• C. Red
• D. Yellow

Answer 1

The correct option is C Red

Light is an essential factor for photosynthesis. There is a linear relationship between incident light and $C{O}_2$ fixation at low light intensities. At higher light intensities, gradually the rate does not show further increase as other factors become limiting. Light between 400-700 nm wavelength constitute the photosynthetically active radiation (PAR). Maximum photosynthesis takes place in red and blue light of the visible spectrum and minimum photosynthesis takes place in the green light. The most effective wavelength of light for photosynthesis is red because maximum absorption by chlorophyll a takes place in the red light.