Photosynthesis

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Which of the following is the correct equation for PHOTOSYNTHESIS? Options: CO₂ + light + H₂O --> O₂ + Sugar, CO₂ + sugar + H₂O --> O₂ + light, _O2 + light + H₂O --> CO₂ + Sugar, CO₂ + O₂ + H₂O --> Light+ Sugar

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CO₂ + light + H₂O --> O₂ + Sugar

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What is the function of NADPH and ATP?

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They are short term energy carriers

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Where do the dark reactions (Calvin cycle) take place?

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stroma

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What are the two products of the light reactions that are needed for the Calvin cycle?

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NADPH and ATP

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Why do most plants appear green?

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Chlorophyll does not absorb green light.

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What is water's role in photosynthesis?

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To provide electrons and hydrogen, to energize ATP and NADPH.

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What do pigments do?

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Absorb specific wavelengths(color) of visible light for energy.

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As the intensity of light increases, the rate of photosynthesis will...

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increase, then level off, then decrease

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Which of the following statements is true about pigments?

• Chlorophyll is best at absorbing green and yellow light
• Chlorophyll a makes plants either violet or red
• Carotenoid is best at absorbing yellow, orange, and red light
• Carotenoid is best at absorbing blue-violet light

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Carotenoid is best at absorbing blue-violet light

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Who discovered C3 cycle? Options: Calvin, Benson, Bassham

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Calvin, Benson, Bassham