May 19 Water’s Part in Photosynthesis

Which of the following is NOT a part that should be labeled in a diagram of photosynthesis?

• Plant

• Sunlight

• Mitochondria

• Stomata

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Fill in the blank: __________ is the process in which plants use water, sunlight, and carbon dioxide (CO₂) to make food for themselves.

• photosynthesis

• respiration

• transpiration

• fermentation

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Fill in the blank: The pigment that gives plants their green color and is essential for photosynthesis is called __________.

• chlorophyll

• hemoglobin

• melanin

• carotene

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Fill in the blank: The compound chlorophyll is located in the __________ of plant cells.

• chloroplast

• nucleus

• mitochondria

• cell wall

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Fill in the blank: Specialized structures on leaves that allow CO₂ to pass into the leaf are called __________.

• stomata

• chloroplasts

• xylem

• cuticle

Fill in the blank: A pair of __________ surrounds the stoma and controls its opening and closing.

• guard cells

• mesophyll cells

• epidermal cells

• trichomes

Fill in the blank: The process in which water is lost through the stomata of the leaves is called __________.

• transpiration

• photosynthesis

• respiration

• germination

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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How does chlorophyll contribute to the photosynthesis process?

• It absorbs water from the soil

• It captures light energy from the sun

• It releases oxygen into the atmosphere

• It transports nutrients within the plant

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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the rate of photosynthesis?

• Light intensity

• Temperature

• Soil type

• Carbon dioxide concentration

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