Pre-CFA: Photosynthesis

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What is the chemical formula for oxygen?

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O₂

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Where does the process of photosynthesis take place in a plant?

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In the leaves of the plant.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose.

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What is the name of the green pigment found in plants?

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Chlorophyll.

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What are the raw materials needed for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen and is the basis of the food chain.

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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.