Grade 9 (Photosynthesis)

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Where do the light reactions take place inside a chloroplast?

Back

Thylakoid membrane

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What is the primary function of chloroplasts?

Back

Chloroplasts are the sites of photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What are the three reactants needed for photosynthesis to occur?

Back

Carbon dioxide, sunlight, and water.

Front

What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

Back

CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar

Front

In which organelle does photosynthesis occur?

Back

Chloroplast.

Front

What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

Back

Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the photosynthesis process.

Front

What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen.

Front

What is the significance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What happens during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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Light energy is converted into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.