Figure 10.1 -Figure 10.1 Shows the Absorption Spectrum for Chlorophyll a and a and the Action

question 4

Multiple Choice

Figure 10.1
-Figure 10.1 shows the absorption spectrum for chlorophyll a and the action spectrum for photosynthesis. Why are they different?

• A) Green and yellow wavelengths inhibit the absorption of red and blue wavelengths.
• B) Bright sunlight destroys photosynthetic pigments.
• C) Oxygen given off during photosynthesis interferes with the absorption of light.
• D) Other pigments absorb light in addition to chlorophyll a.
• E) Aerobic bacteria take up oxygen, which changes the measurement of the rate of photosynthesis.

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Definitions:

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, which are a collection of commonly-followed accounting rules and standards for financial reporting.

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes all manufacturing costs - direct materials, direct labor, and both variable and fixed overhead - in the cost of a product.

Pricing

The process of determining the value at which goods or services will be sold, often considering factors such as production costs, market demand, and competition.

Absorption Costing

An accounting method that includes all manufacturing costs - direct labor, materials, and overhead - in the cost of a product.