Photosynthesis

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What pigment captures/absorbs sunlight?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

What does chlorophyll capture?

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Chlorophyll captures the energy of sunlight.

Front

What are the 3 reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide, sunlight, and water.

Front

Which organelle is responsible for making food (Glucose) using sunlight?

Back

Chloroplast.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process plants use to turn carbon dioxide and water into food.

Front

What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.

Front

What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.

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What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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In which part of the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?

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In the leaves, specifically in the chloroplasts.