if the plant is taking o2 and releasing co2 does that mean photosynthesis is not occurring? Explain.
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The photosynthesis and respiration takes place in day time. If aplant is releasing Co2 and taking O2during day,that doesn't mean thatphotosynthesis is not occurring. Respiration releases Co2. Plants are living beings and metabolism constantly 'burns' food taking oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide
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Explanation:
Carbon dioxide released during respiration comes out from the plant cells through various openings. The carbon dioxide required for photosynthesis is taken through stomata. So, even if a plant keeps on taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide during the day, it does not mean that no photosynthesis is happening in the plant.
Similarly,plants carry out respiration throughout the day and night. Hence, they keep on emitting carbon dioxide all the time. Photosynthesis takes place only in the presence of light and hence, Oxygen is released by plants only during the day.