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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplast

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What gas do plants release during the process of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

Front

What is the name of the stack of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

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Granum

Front

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and Calvin cycle

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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

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In which part of the chloroplast do the light-dependent reactions occur?

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Thylakoid membranes

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

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ATP and NADPH

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons and is split to release oxygen.