Can you explain the limiting reagents of photosynthesis?

I have taught this content to my students in the past and I followed the plan detailed below:Definition of photosynthesis and limiting reagents: process by which plants create carbohydrates from raw materials such as light.. and limiting reagents as being a factor that limits the rate of a reaction where there are many variablesRecall the photosynthesis equationAsk student if they can recall factors that affect photosynthesisGo through each factor and explain their effect on photosynthesis with the use of diagramsRedraw diagrams and ask student to explain each factorAsk student if they feel confident in their understandingGive students questions

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