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What is limiting factor ?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Definition of Limiting Factor**: A limiting factor is a condition or resource that is in short supply and restricts the rate of a process, such as photosynthesis. 2. **Context in Photosynthesis**: In the context of photosynthesis, several factors can be limiting. These include carbon dioxide (CO2), water, temperature, pH, and sunlight. 3. **Examples of Limiting Factors**: - **Carbon Dioxide**: If there is not enough CO2 available, the rate of photosynthesis will decrease. ...
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  • Law of limiting factor is

    A
    Law of maximum
    B
    Law of minimum
    C
    Law of optimum
    D
    All of the above
  • Law of limiting factor is

    A
    Law of maximum
    B
    Law of minimum
    C
    Law of optimum
    D
    All the above.
  • Which of the following statements is correct with respect to Blackman's law of limiting factor ?

    A
    Only one factor can be limited in photosynthesis
    B
    Photosynthesis consists of a light and dark reaction
    C
    The trapping of light by chloroplast is temperature dependent
    D
    The trapping of light by chloroplast can occur only if `CO_(2)` is present
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