Q. Percentage of Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) that is captured by plants in synthesis of organic matter is
A) 50-80%
B) 40-60%
C) 70-100%
D) 2-10%
Explanation
2-10%. Out of the total incident solar radiation, only 50% of it is Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR). Plants capture only 2-10% of the PAR and this small amount of energy sustains the entire living world
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.