Question

Photosynthesis uses what % of light?

• A. $10\%$
• B. $35\%$
• C. $50\%$
• D. $1\%$

Answer 1

The correct option is D

$1\%$

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants manufacture carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of sunlight and chlorophyll.
2. The rate of photosynthesis depends on the light intensity, which is also a limiting factor.
3. 1-4% of light is utilized during photosynthesis.
4. Photosynthesis increases with the light intensity up to a point after which it gets stabilized.

Final Answer: Photosynthesis uses $1\%$ of light.