Photosynthesis Concepts and Processes

What is the main purpose of photosynthesis for plants?

• To absorb sunlight for warmth

• To make their own food

• To release carbon dioxide

• To grow taller

Which three things do plants need to make their food through photosynthesis?

• Fire, water, and vegetables

• Light, water, and nutrients

• Sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide

• Soil, air, and warmth

What are the tiny pores on plant leaves called that allow gases to enter and leave?

• Xylem

• Chloroplasts

• Stomata

• Mesophyll cells

What two main things do plants produce during photosynthesis?

• Carbon dioxide and water

• Oxygen and glucose

• Light and chemical energy

• Nutrients and soil