Photosynthesis

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose.

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What do plants need for the photosynthesis process?

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Light, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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During photosynthesis, the atoms in the water and carbon dioxide ________ to form oxygen and glucose.

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Rearrange.

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What is the pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll.

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Define 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 chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the overall chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for the survival of most living organisms.

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What is the significance of light in photosynthesis?

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Light provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.