If you wanted to increase the rate of photosynthesis in a plant, you would develop a plant with which of the following characteristics?

A) a strong, thick stalk
B) bright flowers to attract bees
C) many, broad leaves
D) short, narrow leaves

Question

If you wanted to increase the rate of photosynthesis in a plant, you would develop a plant with which of the following characteristics?

A) a strong, thick stalk
B) bright flowers to attract bees 
C) many, broad leaves
D) short, narrow leaves

alfordabby · Answer

The answer is C. 

This is because, with broad leaves more sunlight is gathered.

anonymous · Answer

C because broad leaves have more surface area and thus will have a highet rate of photosynthesis.