Photosynthesis Regents

Front

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

Front

What are the two main types of light that chlorophyll absorbs?

Back

Red and blue light

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

Back

CO₂ + H₂O → O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆

Front

What gas is produced during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the role of chloroplasts in photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs.

Front

What type of organism produces its own food through photosynthesis?

Back

Autotroph

Front

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

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

Front

What is the main purpose of the light-dependent reactions?

Back

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

Front

What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP, NADPH, and oxygen.