In Study 2, it is observed that a decrease in the amount of sunlight affects the ability of plants to resist diseases. Which of the following is the most likely reason behind this? and als A. A decrease in the amount of sunlight affects the ability of plants to absorb minerals from the soil. is s B. A decrease in the amount of sunlight affects the ability of plants to carry out photosynthesis. C. A decrease in the amount of sunlight decreases the loss of water from leaves. owth of ses D. A decrease in the amount of sunlight reduces the secretion of protective chemicals. portant Reset Next Question tigate ability sed by plants aps of the was is the