Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 8, Photosynthesis - Assessment - Connecting Concepts - Use Science Graphics/Write About Science - Page 246: 33

Answer

Much less light can reach the bottom of water reservoirs such as ponds, lakes, etc. Hence, plants need to be close to the surface to obtain optimum light for photosynthesis.

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Much less light can reach the bottom of water reservoirs such as ponds, lakes, etc. Hence, plants need to be close to the surface to obtain optimum light for photosynthesis.
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