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Bot GPT 3.5 The absence of water and carbon dioxide would severely inhibit the rate of photosynthesis in plants. Water is a key component in the process of photosynthesis as it is used in the light reactions to provide electrons and protons for generating ATP and NADPH. Without water, plants would not be able to produce these energy-rich molecules and the overall efficiency of photosynthesis would be greatly reduced.
Similarly, carbon dioxide is a crucial substrate for the Calvin cycle, the dark reactions of photosynthesis where carbon fixation takes place. Without carbon dioxide, plants would not be able to convert light energy into chemical energy and synthesize sugars and other organic compounds.
In conclusion, the absence of water and carbon dioxide would essentially halt the process of photosynthesis in plants as they are essential components for energy production and carbon fixation.