Shade-tolerant plants have many adaptations for living in areas of low light.Predict whether each of the following processes would be high or low in comparison with other plants and choose the answer that is most CORRECT. Net photosynthetic rate
Chlorophyll per area of the leaf
Electron transport chain rate
A)high,high,high
B)high,high low
C)low,high,high
D)low,high,low

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Shade-tolerant plants have lower net photosynthetic rates compared to sun-loving plants. However, they have higher chlorophyll per area of the leaf to maximize light absorption. The electron transport chain rate is also expected to be lower in shade-tolerant plants due to limited energy availability. Therefore, the correct answer is D - low, high, low.

Shade-Tolerant Plants Have Many Adaptations for Living in Areas of Low