Review the equations used to describe photosynthesis and respiration (as provided in the introduction and background section of this experiment). Why was it important to use germinated seeds without leaves for this experiment?

1. Photosynthesis equation:  6CO2 + 6H2O + (energy) → C6H12O6 + 6O2 Carbon dioxide + water + energy from light produces glucose and oxygen.

Respiration equation : C6H12O6 + 6O2 --> 6CO2 + H2O + ATP

2. Provided that the seeds had leaves the response between the NaOH and the CO2 would be destroyed by the leaves which would change the oxygen levels in the test tube or cylinder.

Explanation:

Photosynthesis and respiration both are the essential parts of the carbon cycle in atmosphere. Photosynthesis use carbon dioxide from the atmosphere while respiration releases carbon dioxide back in to atmosphere. CO2 is the major component that helps in carbon recycle in carbon cycle.

In this experiment it is required to use the germinated seeds without leaves because seeds with the leaves will disrupt the reaction of NaOH and carbon dioxide that will lead to inaccurate oxygen level in the experiment tube.

Thus, the correct answer is :

1. Photosynthesis equation:  6CO2 + 6H2O + (energy) → C6H12O6 + 6O2 Carbon dioxide + water + energy from light produces glucose and oxygen.

Respiration equation : C6H12O6 + 6O2 --> 6CO2 + H2O + ATP

2. Provided that the seeds had leaves the response between the NaOH and the CO2 would be destroyed by the leaves which would change the oxygen levels in the test tube or cylinder.

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