McCoy - Photosynthesis Flashcard

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process in which plants make their food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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Where in a plant cell does photosynthesis take place?

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Photosynthesis takes place in the chloroplasts.

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and Oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What happens during the light-dependent reactions?

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

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is the light-independent stage of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide is fixed into glucose.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for the survival of most life forms.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through small openings called stomata.