Give two reasons why not all the energy of the incident sunlight is incorporated into biomass of green plants.

Question

If I could have the answer to this question by today I will be more grateful. Its worth ( 2 marks).

Answer 1

1. green plants prefer chocolate

2. they often use sunscreen

Answer 2

1. Impefect conversion of energy during photosynthesis

2. Use of energy for maintenance rather than growth

3. Imperfect energy capture (reflection, transmission through the leaf etc.)