The efficiency with which plants convert sunlight into biomass varies among species and conditions, with a maximum as high as _____ and an average closer to _____ .
A) 6%; 1%
B) 10%; 3%
C) 16%; 4%
D) 26%; 10%

Question

​The efficiency with which plants convert sunlight into biomass varies among species and conditions, with a maximum as high as _____ and an average closer to _____ .
A) ​6%; 1%
B) ​10%; 3%
C) 16%; 4%
D) ​26%; 10%

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The maximum efficiency of photosynthesis in plants is around 6%, while the average efficiency is closer to 1%.

​The Efficiency with Which Plants Convert Sunlight into Biomass Varies

The Efficiency with Which Plants Convert Sunlight into Biomass Varies