Basic Concepts of Photosynthesis and Related Terms

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to make foods from carbon dioxide and water.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment, present in all green plants, responsible for the absorption of light in order for photosynthesis to occur.

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What is carbon dioxide?

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A colorless, odorless gas that is absorbed by plants in photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical symbol for water?

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H2O, which means each molecule of water contains two atoms of hydrogen (H) joined to a single atom of oxygen (O).

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar which is an important energy source in living organisms.

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What is compost?

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Decayed organic material used as a plant fertilizer.

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What does organic mean?

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Relating to or derived from living matter.