Happy Thanksgiving but before....

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What is produced during light-dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH

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Where do light-independent reactions occur?

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Stroma

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Which is a potential application of artificial photosynthesis?

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Generating renewable energy

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Which product of photosynthesis is used directly by humans for energy?

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Glucose

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Why is photosynthesis essential for life on Earth?

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It creates glucose for plant growth, produces oxygen needed by most organisms, and forms the base of most food chains.

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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 primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll.

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What gas is taken in by plants during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is the main purpose of 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 water in photosynthesis?

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Water is split to provide electrons and protons, and oxygen is released as a byproduct.