photosynthesis

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What are the products of the light-independent reactions of photosynthesis?

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C6H12O6 (glucose)

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Is photosynthesis an anabolic and exergonic reaction?

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False, photosynthesis is an anabolic and endergonic process.

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Which statement does not describe the light-independent reactions?

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Produce ATP and NADPH.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast.

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What does the chemical equation 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2 represent?

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Photosynthesis.

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What is the primary function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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To absorb light energy.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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

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Where do the light-dependent reactions occur?

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In the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts.

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

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

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP, NADPH, and oxygen (O2).