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In tropical rain forests, the canopy is thick and shorter plants growing below it, receive filtered light. How are they able to carry out phtosynthesis ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Environment**: In tropical rainforests, the canopy formed by tall trees is dense, which means that the amount of direct sunlight reaching the ground is limited. However, some light does filter through the leaves of the canopy. 2. **Photosynthesis Basics**: Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, using carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose and oxygen. This process requires light, but it can occur under varying light conditions. 3. **Light Quality and Intensity**: The rate of photosynthesis is influenced by the quality (wavelength) and intensity (brightness) of light. While the filtered light that reaches the shorter plants is less intense than direct sunlight, it still contains the necessary wavelengths for photosynthesis. ...
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