Photosynthesis and Carbon Cycle

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What does the Calvin Cycle begin with?

Back

The input of CO2.

Front

Why can increasing carbon dioxide only increase photosynthesis to a maximum rate?

Back

The Calvin cycle can only go as fast as the light reactions.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a product of the light reactions?

Back

Glucose.

Front

What is an example of human impact on the carbon cycle?

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All of the above (increased methane from cattle, burning fossil fuels, cutting down trees, driving automobiles).

Front

Which molecule is not needed for the Calvin Cycle?

Back

H2O.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Front

What is the primary function of the light reactions?

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To convert solar energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

Front

What is the main product of the Calvin Cycle?

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Glucose.