Photosynthesis In Higher Plants Question 11

Question: 85-90% of all photosynthesis of the world is carried out by [CPMT 1972, 79; DPMT 1989]

Options:

A) Shrubs

B) Herbs

C) Oceanic algae

D) Trees with large branches

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

90% of total photosynthesis is carried out by aquatic plants, chiefly algae (80% in oceans and 10% in fresh water).

10% of total photosynthesis is performed by land plants.