Photosynthesis Flashcard

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What do plants 'breathe in'?

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Carbon dioxide is the gas that plants take in during photosynthesis.

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What do plants lose through the stomata besides gases?

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Plants lose water through the stomata, which are small openings on the leaves.

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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The chemical formula for glucose is C6H12O6.

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How does lower temperature affect the rate of photosynthesis?

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Lower temperatures slow down the rate of photosynthesis.

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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The reactants in the photosynthesis equation are water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is 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 plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What is the byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is the byproduct of photosynthesis, released into the atmosphere.

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What is the importance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is crucial as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that are the foundation of the food chain.