Nutrition Quest Day 6

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Back

C6H12O6

Front

How many carbon atoms are present in one molecule of glucose?

Back

6

Front

During photosynthesis, which reactant provides hydrogen for glucose?

Back

Water

Front

Where does photosynthesis occur in a plant?

Back

In the leaves.

Front

What color does iodine turn when it detects the presence of starch?

Back

Black

Front

What are the main products of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose and oxygen.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

Front

What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

Back

It provides the energy needed for the process.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

Front

What is the primary pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight?

Back

Chlorophyll.