Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the raw materials required for photosynthesis?

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The raw materials required for photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and sunlight.

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How many products are produced during photosynthesis?

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Two products are produced during photosynthesis: glucose and oxygen.

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Is carbon dioxide (CO2) a raw material or product of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a raw material (ingredient) of photosynthesis.

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Is oxygen a raw material or product of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is a product of photosynthesis.

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Is glucose (C6H12O6) a raw material or product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C6H12O6) is a product of photosynthesis.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is important because it produces oxygen, which is essential for the survival of most living organisms, and it is the foundation of the food chain.