The factor that is in limited supply for example is similar to the missing one of your favourite menus during a meal.

Question

How will you explain the concept of limited supply and

what will happen to the rate of photosynthesis, if the factor such as light and CO2 is in

limited supply?

Answer 1

The equation for photosynthesis is as follows: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂. As we can see, carbon dioxide and light are both reactants, meaning they are required in order to produce sugar and oxygen. If we were to decrease the amount of carbon dioxide and light, the rate of photosynthesis will decrease, resulting in a smaller production of sugar and oxygen.