Photosynthesis Quiz

What is photosynthesis?

• The process by which animals synthesize nutrients from sunlight

• The process by which plants synthesize nutrients from carbon dioxide and water

• The process by which rocks synthesize nutrients from minerals

• The process by which clouds synthesize nutrients from rain

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Which plant part is involved in photosynthesis?

• Roots

• Stem

• Leaves

• Flowers

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What is the by-product of photosynthesis?

• Oxygen

• Sunlight

• Glucose

• Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)

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What is the importance of photosynthesis to the environment?

• It depletes oxygen levels

• It reduces greenhouse effects

• It increases air pollution

• It disrupts the ecosystem

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What pigment is involved in photosynthesis?

• Melanin

• Chlorophyll

• Hemoglobin

• Carotene

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What is the primary source of energy for plants in photosynthesis?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Sunlight

• Water

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What part of the plant transports water to the leaves for photosynthesis?

• Roots

• Flowers

• Stem

• Leaves

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

• Glucose + Oxygen + Light = Carbon dioxide + Water

• Carbon dioxide + Glucose + Light = Oxygen + Water

• Oxygen + Water + Light = Glucose + Carbon dioxide

• Carbon dioxide + Water + Light = Glucose + Oxygen

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What does chlorophyll do in photosynthesis?

• Absorbs water

• Absorbs sunlight

• Absorbs carbon dioxide

• Absorbs oxygen

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What does sunlight do in photosynthesis?

• Absorbed by flowers and provides color

• Absorbed by stems and provides support

• Absorbed by roots and provides nutrients

• Absorbed by leaves and provides energy

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