A plant physiologist is conducting an experiment to investigate the effect of different environmental conditions on the rate of photosynthesis in a species of aquatic plant. The plants are grown in sealed chambers where light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, and temperature can be precisely controlled. The physiologist measures the rate of oxygen production as an indicator of photosynthetic activity. Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in the lowest rate of oxygen production?
High light intensity, optimal temperature, and high carbon dioxide concentration.
Low light intensity, low temperature, and low carbon dioxide concentration.
Optimal light intensity, low temperature, and high carbon dioxide concentration.
High light intensity, high temperature, and low carbon dioxide concentration.
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In this unit students investigate the workings of the cell from several perspectives. They explore the relationship between nucleic acids and proteins as key molecules in cellular processes. Students analyse the structure and function of nucleic acids as information molecules, gene structure and expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and proteins as a diverse group of functional molecules. They examine the biological consequences of manipulating the DNA molecule and applying biotechnologies. Students explore the structure, regulation and rate of biochemical pathways, with reference to photosynthesis and cellular respiration. They explore how the application of biotechnologies to biochemical pathways could lead to improvements in agricultural practices. Students apply their knowledge of cellular processes through investigation of a selected case study, data analysis and/or a bioethical issue. Examples of investigation topics include, but are not limited to: discovery and development of the model of the structure of DNA; proteomic research applications; transgenic organism use in agriculture; use, research and regulation of gene technologies, including CRISPR-Cas9; outcomes and unexpected consequences of the use of enzyme inhibitors such as pesticides and drugs; research into increasing efficiency of photosynthesis or cellular respiration or impact of poisons on the cellular respiration pathway. A student-designed scientific investigation related to cellular processes and/or responses to challenges over time is undertaken in either Unit 3 or Unit 4, or across both Units 3 and 4, and is assessed in Unit 4, Outcome 3. The design, analysis and findings of the investigation are presented in a scientific poster format as outlined in the study design.
In this area of study students focus on the structure and regulation of biochemical pathways. They examine how biochemical pathways, specifically photosynthesis and cellular respiration, involve many steps that are controlled by enzymes and assisted by coenzymes. Students investigate factors that affect the rate of cellular reactions and explore applications of biotechnology that focus on the regulation of biochemical pathways.
the factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis: light availability, water availability, temperature and carbon dioxide concentration
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