An Acacia seedling grown in shade (50% full sun)is expected to have a ________ net assimilation rate (NAR)and ________ leaf area ratio (LAR)than an Acacia seedling grown in full sun.

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Seedlings grown in shade typically have a lower net assimilation rate (NAR) as they have adapted to low light conditions by investing in more leaf tissue (higher leaf area ratio or LAR) to capture as much light as possible. In contrast, seedlings grown in full sun have a higher NAR as they can photosynthesize more efficiently, leading to a lower LAR as they do not need as much leaf area to meet their energy demands. Therefore, the best choice is C, where the shade-grown seedlings are expected to have a lower NAR and a higher LAR compared to those grown in full sun.

An Acacia Seedling Grown in Shade (50% Full Sun)is Expected