Photosynthesis and Respiration Review

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What part of the plant is responsible for absorbing water for photosynthesis?

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Roots absorb water from the soil, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the form in which excess carbohydrates or sugars are stored in plants?

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Excess carbohydrates or sugars made by plants are stored as starch.

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What process do plants use to break down glucose in the presence of oxygen to release energy?

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The process is called respiration.

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Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?

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Leaves are the main site of photosynthesis in plants.

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What is the primary source of energy for most living organisms?

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The primary source of energy for most living organisms is photosynthesis.

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What pigment in plants captures light energy for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that captures light energy.

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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 Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide (CO2) during photosynthesis.

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What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O2) is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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