Photosynthesis

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What is the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for photoautotrophs and heterotrophs?

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Sun

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C₆H₁₂O₆

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What is glucose?

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Glucose is a monosaccharide, a carbohydrate, and a compound formed from carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.

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Which factor has the least influence on the rate of photosynthesis?

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Soil composition.

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What are the best wavelengths of visible light for photosynthesis?

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Blue range.

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Define photosynthesis.

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

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that is essential for photosynthesis, allowing plants to absorb light energy.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons for the light-dependent reactions and is a source of oxygen as a byproduct.

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose.