Photosynthesis Quiz

What is the basic chemical equation for photosynthesis?

• 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2

• 6H2O + 6O2 → C6H12O6 + 6CO2

• C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O

• 6CO2 + C6H12O6 → 6H2O + 6O2

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Which component is NOT a part of the chloroplast structure?

• Mitochondria

• Thylakoids

• Stroma

• Granum

What is the primary role of RuBisCO in photosynthesis?

• Breaking down glucose

• Capturing carbon dioxide

• Releasing oxygen

• Storing water

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Which organisms are considered the primary producers of oxygen on Earth?

• Plants

• Bacteria

• Microalgae

• Macroalgae

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What is the main function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

• Breaking down sugars

• Storing water

• Releasing oxygen

• Capturing light energy

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

• Carbon dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen
• Glucose + Oxygen
  → Carbon dioxide + Water
• Carbon dioxide + Glucose
  → Oxygen + Water
• Carbon dioxide + Oxygen
  → Glucose + Water

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The first step in photosynthesis is 

• The absorption of light by chlorophyll 
• The absorption of light by chloroplasts
• The Calvin cycle
• Water is absorbed

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What is the main product of photosynthesis that is used as an energy source by plants?

• Oxygen

• Glucose

• Water

• Carbon dioxide

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