Water StressHardQuestion 13840
Question
Water shortage reduces photosynthesis significantly because it often causes:
- AStomatal closure and reduced CO2 entryCorrect
- BDirect increase of RuBisCO only
- CPermanent gain of chlorophyll
- DIncrease in transpiration always
Correct answer
Stomatal closure and reduced CO2 entry
Explanation
Water stress closes stomata and limits CO2 availability inside leaves.