1. NASA is experimenting with the idea of growing plants on Mars, since the amou
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1. NASA is experimenting with the idea of growing plants on Mars, since the amount of sunlight that reaches the surface is likely sufficient for plant growth. The atmosphere of Mars is about 96% CO2, with very little oxygen (about 0.14%). It is a very dry planet, but "rock dust" from mars has sufficient minerals to support plant growth. Given this information (and ONLY this information), as well as what you know about photosynthesis, what do you think NASA is going to have to provide in order for their project to be a success? Describe how your answer relates to the process of photosynthesis. (5 points)Explanation / Answer
Photosynthesis require
Chlorophyll present in leaves
CO2 present in atmosphere or from respiration
Sunlight from sun
Although all the above and minerals are present on Mars but still water is required to grow the plant in soil, which is not present on Mars.
So the plan of nasa without proper arrangements of water will not be successful.
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