Question

Review the equations below used to describe photosynthesis and respiration (as provided in the background section of this experiment). Why was it important to use germinated seeds without leaves for this experiment? The equation used to describe the process of photosynthesis is shown below: 6 CO 2 (Carbon Dioxide) + 6 H 2 O (Water) + Light Energy (Sunlight) → C 6 H 12 O 6 (Glucose) + O 2 (Oxygen) The general equation used to describe the overall process of cellular respiration is shown below, where glucose and oxygen react to produce carbon dioxide, water, and ATP (Energy). C 6 H 12 O 2 + 6 O 2 → 6 CO 2 + 6 H 2 O + Energy ⎛ ⎝ Energy = 36-38 molecules ATP 1 molecule of C 6 H 12 O 6 ⎞ ⎠

Answer 1

Answer:

Germinated seeds without leaves are used in the experiment in order to find good results.

Explanation:

It is very important to use germinated seeds without the presence of leaves in order to carried out the experiment because if the leaves are present, the process of photosynthesis started which automatically increases the rate of respiration of the seed. This test is performed in order to determine the rate of respiration not photosynthesis. So leaves will not used in the experiment in order to avoid any problem with the results.