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Impact of CO2 on Photosynthesis

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A team of scientists performed a study to assess the impact of different levels of CO2 concentration on the rate of photosynthesis in aquatic plants. They set up three tanks with varying CO2 levels: low (100 ppm), medium (400 ppm), and high (1000 ppm). Over a four-week period, they measured the rate of oxygen production in each tank as an indicator of photosynthesis. The following results were recorded:

  • Low CO2: 2 mg O2/L/hour
  • Medium CO2: 6 mg O2/L/hour
  • High CO2: 8 mg O2/L/hour

From these results, what can be concluded about the effect of CO2 concentration on the rate of photosynthesis in the aquatic plants studied?

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