Photosynthesis

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What atoms make up all carbohydrates?

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Carbon, Oxygen, Hydrogen

Front

Where do the stem and leaves get their green color from?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

Where does the Calvin Cycle occur?

Back

Stroma

Front

What does chlorophyll capture?

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Chlorophyll captures the energy of sunlight.

Front

Where do the light reactions of photosynthesis happen?

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Thylakoid membrane

Front

What is the primary function of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

Front

What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons for the light reactions and releases oxygen as a byproduct.

Front

What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH are produced during the light-dependent reactions.

Front

What is the main product of the Calvin Cycle?

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Glucose is the main product of the Calvin Cycle.