McCoy - Photosynthesis Flashcard

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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The Calvin Cycle is a series of biochemical reactions that take place in the stroma of chloroplasts in photosynthetic organisms, where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose using ATP and NADPH.

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Where does the Calvin Cycle occur?

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The Calvin Cycle occurs in the stroma of chloroplasts.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.

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What molecule absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll captures light energy from the sun, which is then used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What are light reactions in photosynthesis?

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Light reactions are the first stage of photosynthesis, where light energy is converted into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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Where do light reactions take place?

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Light reactions take place in the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.

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What is the significance of ATP and NADPH in photosynthesis?

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ATP and NADPH are energy carriers produced during light reactions and are used in the Calvin Cycle to synthesize glucose.

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What is the difference between light reactions and the Calvin Cycle?

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Light reactions convert light energy into chemical energy, while the Calvin Cycle uses that chemical energy to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.