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Plants require carbon dioxide to carry out photosynthesis. Can breathing on them encourage growth?
Phyisab**** said:If it does the effect will be too small to measure I would have to guess. I wonder though what the effects would be of growing plants in a room with say double the atmospheric content of co2.
Phyisab**** said:If it does the effect will be too small to measure I would have to guess. I wonder though what the effects would be of growing plants in a room with say double the atmospheric content of co2.
Breathing on plants to help them grow is based on the concept of photosynthesis. When we exhale, we release carbon dioxide which is one of the essential components for photosynthesis to occur in plants. The plants then use this carbon dioxide to produce glucose, which is their main source of energy for growth.
While breathing on plants may provide them with some carbon dioxide, it is not a significant enough amount to make a noticeable difference in their growth. Plants are constantly exposed to carbon dioxide in the air, and they have the ability to regulate their intake of it. Other factors such as sunlight, water, and nutrients have a much larger impact on plant growth.
No, breathing on plants will not harm them. In fact, it may even have a slight benefit as the moisture and warmth from our breath can create a microclimate around the plant, similar to a greenhouse effect. However, it is important to not overdo it and potentially introduce harmful bacteria or viruses from our breath onto the plant's leaves.
Yes, there are other ways to provide carbon dioxide to plants. One common method is to use a carbon dioxide generator, which releases controlled amounts of carbon dioxide into a grow space. Another way is to use compost or decomposing organic matter, as they release carbon dioxide as they break down. Additionally, proper ventilation and air circulation can also help increase the amount of carbon dioxide available to plants.
Using a carbon dioxide generator is a more efficient and controlled way to provide plants with carbon dioxide than breathing on them. However, breathing on plants can also have a slight benefit as mentioned before. It ultimately depends on the specific needs of the plants and the resources available to the grower.