Photosynthesis Review

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What is the first step in photosynthesis?

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The light dependent reaction.

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Where do the light dependent reactions take place within the chloroplast?

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Thylakoid.

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What is the green pigment that 'traps' sunlight?

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Chlorophyll.

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What kind of sugar do plants create during photosynthesis?

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Glucose.

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What does it mean that oxygen is a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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It is a secondary (waste) product that the plant does not need.

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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 role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight to provide energy for the process.

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH.

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What is the main purpose of the Calvin cycle?

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To convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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