Question

The algae found in high temperature ponds are capable of doing photosynthesis upto

• A. ${30}^{0}C$
• B. ${75}^{0}C$
• C. ${90}^{0}C$
• D. ${100}^{0}C$

Answer 1

The correct option is B ${75}^{0}C$

Desert plants will perform photosynthesis in 55 degree celsius. In hot spring algae photosynthesis will take place at 75 degree celsius. There are several bacteria which are called as archae bacteria, which can survive even more temperatures in hot springs.