Photosynthesis

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis

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What is the primary waste product of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

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Which substances are essential for photosynthesis to occur?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight

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What part of the plant is responsible for absorbing sunlight?

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Leaves

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the main sugar produced during photosynthesis?

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Glucose

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Which part of the plant absorbs water for photosynthesis?

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Roots

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What is the significance of photosynthesis for the ecosystem?

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It produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for life.

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What is the term for organisms that can produce their own food through photosynthesis?

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Autotrophs

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