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Question
Choose the correct answer:
Which one of the following is the best reason for leaving a plant in a dark place before carrying out experiments on photosynthesis?
Options
To remove chlorophyll from the leaves.
To increase the release of CO2 by the leaves.
To remove starch from the leaves.
To stop synthesis process in the leaves.
Solution
To stop synthesis process in the leaves.
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