Biology 107 Reviews

 

 

52. What are the qualities of light that make it a Limiting factor?

Spectrum

Colors or wavelength - such as sea weeds being found at depths where the color can be found,

 

Light duration -flowers

Duration - the photoperiod is responsible for many plants to flower either in the Spring or Fall. Jet Lag.

Light Intensity

Intensity - As light intensity increases the harmful rays also increase. At full light intensity, the high temperatures and radiation increases, possibly causing biological harm.