Photosynthesis Vocabulary

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

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Photosynthesis

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What are the main ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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What is the primary sugar produced by plants during photosynthesis?

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Glucose

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What pigment is essential for photosynthesis and gives plants their green color?

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Chlorophyll

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide

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What gas do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

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At what temperature does photosynthesis typically occur most efficiently?

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Around 27°C (but can vary depending on the plant species).

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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It provides the energy needed for the process.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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It absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.

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