AP Biology Unit 3 Photosynthesis

Front

How many NADPHs are required for the Calvin cycle?

Back

6

Front

Where do the light reactions take place?

Back

Thylakoid membrane

Front

How many ATPs are required for the Calvin cycle?

Back

9

Front

What is the pathway of electrons in the light reactions?

Back

O2 → PS II → PS I → NADPH

Front

What is the output for the Calvin cycle?

Back

G3P

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light reactions and Calvin cycle

Front

What is the primary function of the light reactions?

Back

To convert solar energy into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH).

Front

What molecule is produced as a byproduct of the light reactions?

Back

Oxygen (O2)

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

To absorb light energy.

Front

What is the significance of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis?

Back

It synthesizes glucose from carbon dioxide using ATP and NADPH.