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The growth rate is highest in

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Red light

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White light

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Green light

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None of the above

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Relative growth rate (RGR) is the measure used to quantify the speed of plant growth. It is measured as the mass increase per above ground biomass per day. Maximum growth rate is shown when white light is supplied. Light is always the limiting factor in photosynthesis.
Thus, the correct answer is option B. 
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The growth rate is highest in
Updated OnJun 4, 2022
TopicPlant Growth and Development
SubjectBiology
ClassClass 11
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