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The apparatus shown in the diagram

can be used to measure the rate of
photosynthesis in pondweed. What is
the name of the gas that would collect
at X?

The apparatus shown in the diagram can be used to measure the rate of photosynthesis-example-1
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Answer:

the gas collected would be oxygen and can be tested for by its ability to relight a glowing splint

Step-by-step explanation:

photosynthesis equation:

6CO2 + 6H2O --> C6H12O6 + 6O2

Carbon Dioxide + water --> glucose + oxygen

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