Photosynthesis Review

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What is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle

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What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis in plants?

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To produce glucose for energy

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What are the reactants required for photosynthesis?

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Light, carbon dioxide, and water

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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

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy from the sun

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What is the significance of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis?

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It converts carbon dioxide into glucose using ATP and NADPH produced in the light-dependent reactions

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How does light intensity affect the rate of photosynthesis?

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Increased light intensity generally increases the rate of photosynthesis up to a certain point.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy.