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What happens to the rate of photosynthesis during a total solar eclipse?

Correct answer B. Decrease

Explanation

Photosynthesis depends on light, so when the Moon blocks sunlight during a total eclipse, the light intensity falls and the rate of photosynthesis drops.

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