Photosynthesis

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide + Water + Light --> Glucose + Oxygen

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What do plants need from the air for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide

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Why is photosynthesis essential for life?

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It creates oxygen for animals to breathe, Most food chains and food webs depend on it, It creates glucose for plants to use as energy, All of these are correct.

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What gas is produced by plants during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

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Which part of the plant collects the sun's energy and makes food?

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Leaf

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What is the primary pigment in plants that absorbs light for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What is the main product of photosynthesis that plants use for energy?

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Glucose

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In which part of the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?

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In the leaves.

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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 role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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It provides the energy needed for the chemical reactions.