Multiple choice Which of the following conditions will increase the rate of photosynthesis? Adding sodium bicarbonate in water given to plants Adding boiled and cooled water in plants Keeping the plant in shaded region Adding KCN in the water given to plants Keeping the plant in green light Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation On adding sodium bicarbonate in water, there is an increase in release of carbon dioxide. This in turn increases the rate of photosynthesis.