Photosynthesis

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What is the tiny opening that lets in the carbon dioxide needed for photosynthesis?

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Stomata

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Which gases enter and exit plants during photosynthesis?

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Enter: Carbon dioxide; Exit: Oxygen

Front

What product is considered 'waste' and mostly released by plants?

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Oxygen

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What are the 3 key ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, Water, Carbon Dioxide

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What part of a plant's cell contains chlorophyll?

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Chloroplast

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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 sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.

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What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is glucose and why is it important for plants?

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Glucose is a sugar produced during photosynthesis that serves as energy for plants.