Factors Affecting the Rate of Photosynthesis (VCE SSCE Biology): Flashcards

Factor preventing rate of reaction from increasing

Point where substance can't receive more of another

Violet or red light

Temp at which enzyme has maximum function

Disruption of molecule's structure by external factor

Small pores on leaf surface regulating gas exchange

Wasteful process in plants initiated by Rubisco

Binds both $CO_2$ (photosynthesis) & $O_2$ (photorespiration)

Molecule blocking enzyme's active site

Molecule binding allosteric site, changing active site shape