> CO2 intake increases after seed and fruit producing plants are
> pollinated. ‘In one study the CO2 intake of the bean and apple plant were
> examined; it was found that after pollination these plants had increased
> photosynthetic rates, and net CO2 assimilation rate also increased due to
> the embryo growth.’
>
> ‘Plants consume more CO2 when they are producing nectar.’
Joe made the points above. Can you supply the references for these please.
Whilst it may be well known, nothing better than being able to quote the
source to reinforce an argument.
Trevor Weatherhead
AUSTRALIA
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