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Scientist who discovered the role of light in photosynthesis?


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Photosynthesis:

It is a Physico-chemical process, in which plants use light energy and involvement in the synthesis of organic compounds.

The role of light in photosynthesis:

  1. Jan Ingenhousz, a dutch-born British physician and scientist discovered the role of light in photosynthesis.
  2. He showed that only the green parts of the plant are responsible for releasing oxygen.
  3. Because of this process plants release oxygen and consume carbon dioxide from the environment.

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