Flashcard Review: Photosynthesis

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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carbon dioxide + water + light --> oxygen + glucose

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After photosynthesis, plants store their energy as __________.

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starch and cellulose

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What do plants need for the photosynthesis process?

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light, carbon dioxide, and water

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Which gases enter and exit plants during photosynthesis?

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Enter: Carbon dioxide; Exit: Oxygen

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What happens to light energy during photosynthesis?

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It gets transformed into the chemical energy of glucose.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose is the primary product of photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is released as a byproduct and is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.

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What is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis is the process that converts light energy into chemical energy.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).