Plant Growth and Photosynthesis

Description

Overview of the photosynthesis and respiration processes in plants. Study of the effect of environmental and growing conditions on plant growth in relation with the efficiency of photosynthetic and respiration apparatus. Overview of light quality, intensity and duration on plant growth.

Objectives

• Understand the role of the photosynthesis and respiration processes in plant growth
  • Describe the photosynthesis and respiratory processes
  • Relate the photosynthesis and respiratory processes to plant growth and growth stages
  • Explain the effect of environmental conditions (humidity, temperature, light) on plant processes
  • Know how to correct the environmental conditions in order to maximise plant growth and flower quality.

Content Overview

• Overview of photosynthesis and respiration
• Effects of growing conditions on photosynthesis and respiration
• Cannabis plant growth stages
• Effects of growing conditions on plant growth (CO2, wind, humidity, light, etc.)
• Effects of growing conditions on flowering and flower quality
• Photoperiod and cannabis flowering
• Light sources and control systems
• Light spectrum, quality and intensity
• Types of light commonly used in the industry: metal halide, sodium, LED, etc.