Photosynthesis

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What is the main chemical compound that stores and releases energy in cells?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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After photosynthesis, what do plants primarily store their energy as?

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Glucose (sugar)

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What is the main purpose of the light reactions in photosynthesis?

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To provide energy and electrons for the Calvin cycle.

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What are NADPH and ATP classified as in the context of photosynthesis?

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Short-term energy carriers.

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the blue and red wavelengths.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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Where in the plant cell does photosynthesis occur?

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In the chloroplasts.

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What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O2) is released as a byproduct.