Photosynthesis Review

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What is the primary source of almost all energy on Earth?

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The sun.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C6H12O6.

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What substance do plants produce during photosynthesis that can be used for energy?

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Glucose.

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

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Photosynthesis.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight.

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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 significance of oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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It is released into the atmosphere and is essential for respiration in animals.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy.