Photosynthesis Light and Dark Reactions

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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions?

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To provide the energy for the Calvin cycle.

Front

Where do the light reactions happen?

Back

Thylakoid membrane.

Front

Where do NADP+ and ADP produced in the Calvin cycle go?

Back

Back to the light reactions.

Front

What is the five carbon chain called that begins the Calvin cycle?

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Ribulose biphosphate.

Front

What does the Calvin Cycle begin with?

Back

The input of CO2.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

Front

What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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To absorb light energy.

Front

What gas is taken in by plants during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Front

What is the primary product of the Calvin cycle?

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Glucose.