Multiple Choice
Which of the following factors would have the greatest effect on the rate of photosynthesis in a plant?
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9. Photosynthesis
Introduction to Photosynthesis
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The process of photosynthesis probably originated in which of the following types of organisms?
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Fungi
B
Multicellular land plants
C
Animals
D
Prokaryotic organisms similar to cyanobacteria
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Understand the concept of photosynthesis: Photosynthesis is the process by which organisms convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, using carbon dioxide and water. Oxygen is released as a byproduct.
Recognize the evolutionary origin of photosynthesis: Photosynthesis is believed to have originated in prokaryotic organisms, specifically in ancient cyanobacteria, which are capable of oxygenic photosynthesis.
Identify the role of cyanobacteria: Cyanobacteria are prokaryotic organisms that possess specialized structures like thylakoid membranes where photosynthesis occurs. They were among the first organisms to produce oxygen as a byproduct, leading to the oxygenation of Earth's atmosphere.
Eliminate incorrect options: Fungi, animals, and multicellular land plants are eukaryotic organisms that either do not perform photosynthesis (fungi and animals) or evolved much later (multicellular land plants). These groups are not the originators of photosynthesis.
Conclude that the correct answer is prokaryotic organisms similar to cyanobacteria, as they were the first to develop the ability to perform photosynthesis and significantly impact Earth's environment.
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