AP Biology Photosynthesis

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Where does the carbon come from that is used to form glucose?

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CO₂ in the air.

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Where does photoactivation of electrons take place?

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Photosystems I and II.

Front

What supplies the electrons that are lost in PS I?

Back

The electrons from PS II.

Front

What is the primary function of the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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To produce NADPH and ATP.

Front

Green plants reflect ________ light.

Back

Green.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

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

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light reactions and Calvin Cycle.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily in the blue and red wavelengths.

Front

What is produced during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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ATP and NADPH.

Front

What is the Calvin Cycle?

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A series of biochemical reactions that take place in the stroma of chloroplasts, converting CO₂ into glucose.