PHOTOSYNTHESIS

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What are the main reactants needed for the Calvin cycle?

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Carbon dioxide, ATP, and NADPH.

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What is the primary function of ATP in photosynthesis?

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ATP provides the energy required for various biochemical reactions during photosynthesis.

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What colors of light does chlorophyll absorb most effectively?

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Chlorophyll absorbs a higher percentage of red and blue light.

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What is the overall purpose of photosynthesis?

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The purpose of photosynthesis is to convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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How do plants obtain the energy needed for photosynthesis?

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Plants get the energy they need for photosynthesis from sunlight.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll captures light energy from the sun, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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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 light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?

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The light-dependent reactions produce ATP, NADPH, and oxygen.

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What is the significance of NADPH in photosynthesis?

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NADPH is used as a reducing agent in the Calvin cycle to help convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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