Photosynthesis

Front

What is the source of the carbon in glucose (C6H12O6) during photosynthesis?

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CO2 (carbon dioxide) from the air.

Front

What are the tiny openings in the leaf that help the plant take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen called?

Back

Stomata.

Front

What type of energy does chlorophyll convert sunlight into during photosynthesis?

Back

Chemical energy.

Front

What type of energy do plants receive from sunlight?

Back

Radiant energy.

Front

Chloroplasts are found only in organisms that are able to _____________.

Back

Generate their own food.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

Front

What pigment is responsible for absorbing sunlight in plants?

Back

Chlorophyll.

Front

What are the two main products of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose and oxygen.

Front

In which part of the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?

Back

In the leaves.

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.