Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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The primary pigment involved in photosynthesis is chlorophyll.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that are the basis of the food chain.