Light Source and intensity effect on photosynthesis

Light Source and intensity effect on photosynthesis

Investigate the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis.

Part of the course: Biology Foundations β€” Enzymes & Photosynthesis

Mission

Investigate the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis

Variables

What you change

  • Light Intensity

What you measure

  • Rate of photosynthesis

What you keep constant

  • Temperature
  • Surface Area Of Leaves
  • Leaves From Same Plant

Equations

6CO_2 + 12H_2 O + light β†’ C_6 H_12 O_6 + 6O_2 + 6H_2 O

What You'll Need

  • Breadboard 400 Tie Point
  • Arduino Uno
  • I2C LCD
  • Air Quality Sensor MQ135
  • LM393 Light Intensity Sensor Module

How You Can Run It

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