Photosynthesis Quiz

What is the primary function of the chloroplast in photosynthesis?

• To break down sugar molecules

• To capture light energy

• To produce carbon dioxide

• To release oxygen as a waste product

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In which part of the chloroplast do light-dependent reactions occur?

• Stroma

• Thylakoid membrane

• Outer membrane

• Granum

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What is the main pigment involved in capturing light energy for photosynthesis?

• Chlorophyll

• Carotene

• Xanthophyll

• Anthocyanin

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Which of the following is a product of the light-dependent reactions?

• Glucose

• Carbon dioxide

• ATP

• G3P

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The Calvin cycle takes place in the:

• Thylakoid lumen

• Stroma

• Outer membrane

• Thylakoid membrane

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Which molecule acts as the final electron acceptor in the light-dependent reactions?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• NADP+

• ATP

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis? (Note: Use the simplest whole number coefficients.)

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During the Calvin cycle, carbon dioxide is converted into:

• Oxygen

• Glucose

• ATP

• NADPH

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Which of the following is not a product of the Calvin cycle?

• NADP+

• Glucose

• ADP

• NADPH

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How does carbon dioxide enter the leaves of plants?

• Through the roots

• Through the chloroplasts

• Through the stomata

• Through the xylem

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DOK Level 1: Recall