Photosynthesis and Related Terms

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce sugar and release oxygen.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment present in a plant responsible for the absorption of light to provide energy for photosynthesis.

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What is carbon dioxide?

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A colorless, odorless gas present in air absorbed by plants.

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What does it mean to absorb?

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To soak up something.

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What is oxygen?

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A colorless, odorless gas present in air produced by plants.

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What does it mean to convert?

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To cause change.