Photosynthesis Review

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Why do plants conduct photosynthesis?

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To make glucose.

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Photosynthesis takes place in the ____________ of plant cells.

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chloroplasts.

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How does most of the water needed by the plant get into its leaves?

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The roots absorb it and then it travels up the stem.

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What are the reactants (starting materials) in photosynthesis?

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light, carbon dioxide, and water.

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Plants make food using ____________ and _________ in the presence of sunlight.

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water, carbon dioxide.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy.

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the importance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen and organic compounds for food.