Photosynthesis Open Note Flashcard

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What is the process called where excited electrons are passed along an electron transport chain?

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Light Dependent Reaction

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What causes electrons in pigment molecules to become excited?

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When light strikes pigment within the thylakoid.

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Which molecules store energy from the light dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH.

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In which reaction do pigment molecules absorb energy?

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Light Dependent Reaction.

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What is formed using carbon dioxide and hydrogen in photosynthesis?

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Glucose molecules.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light Dependent Reactions and Light Independent Reactions.

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Where do the light dependent reactions occur?

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In the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.

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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions?

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To convert solar energy into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH).

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What is the role 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 as a byproduct of the light dependent reactions?

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Oxygen.