Photosynthesis

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar

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What are chloroplasts?

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Specialized structures of plants where sugar is made.

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What gas is released as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen gas (O₂) is released as a byproduct.

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What happens to water during photosynthesis?

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Water is split into H+ and O₂ gas after donating electrons to the electron transport chain (ETC).

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Where do the light-dependent reactions occur in a plant cell?

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The membranes of the thylakoid.

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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A series of reactions during photosynthesis where glucose and other carbohydrates are produced.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the reactions of photosynthesis.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

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What is the primary function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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