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Respiratory Quotient Calculation Challenges in Plants

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Respiratory Quotient Calculation Challenges in Plants

Question

Explain why it is difficult to calculate the respiratory quotient (RQ) in plants.

Answer

The carbon (IV) oxide produced during respiration is utilized during photosynthesis while the oxygen produced during photosynthesis is used during respiration.