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How do plants respond to changes in light intensity?

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Plants respond to changes in light intensity through a process called phototropism. Phototropism is the growth of a plant in response to light, where plants will bend towards a light source to optimize photosynthesis. Additionally, plants may adjust their rate of photosynthesis and production of pigments to adapt to changes in light intensity.
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Plants respond to changes in light intensity through a process called photomorphogenesis. When light intensity increases, plants can adjust by increasing photosynthesis, producing more chlorophyll, and growing towards the light source (phototropism). Conversely, when light intensity decreases, plants may close their stomata to reduce water loss, change their leaf orientation, or adjust their growth patterns to adapt to low light conditions.

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