Question

Given below is the experimental set-up to establish that one of the atmospheric gases is essential
for photosynthesis in plants
(a)
(b)
(a) Namne the atmospheric gas which is essential for photosynthesis
(b) What is kept in watch-glass in figure 'a' and why?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Plants with the presence of the green pigment chlorophyll are entitled to perform photosynthesis and as a bi product releases oxygen. A) The gas that is used in the process of photosynthesis is CARBON DIOXIDE. B) The chemical compound which is kept inside the glass container is anhydrous Pottassium Hydroxide or KOH.