Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + radiant energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C6H12O6) is the primary product of photosynthesis.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the radiant energy needed to drive the photosynthesis process.

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What is the significance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to facilitate photosynthesis.

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What are autotrophs?

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Autotrophs are organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, such as plants and some bacteria.

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What is the role of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a raw material used in photosynthesis to produce glucose.

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What is the byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O2) is the byproduct of photosynthesis, released into the atmosphere.

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What is the energy transformation that occurs during photosynthesis?

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During photosynthesis, radiant energy (light) is transformed into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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How do plants use the glucose produced in photosynthesis?

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Plants use glucose for energy, growth, and as a building block to synthesize other organic compounds like cellulose.