Module C Unit 1 Lesson 2 Exploration 2

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is a series of chemical reactions in which the cells of producers use energy from the sun to make sugars.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis include carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis include sugar and oxygen.

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True or False: Reactants are the starting materials for photosynthesis.

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True.

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True or False: The products of photosynthesis are the starting materials.

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False.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the chemical reactions that convert carbon dioxide and water into sugars.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem?

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Photosynthesis is crucial for producing oxygen and organic compounds that serve as food for other organisms.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What type of organisms perform photosynthesis?

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Producers, such as plants, algae, and some bacteria, perform photosynthesis.

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How does carbon dioxide enter the plant for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide enters the plant through small openings called stomata.