Photosynthesis & Parts of a Leaf Review

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What is the overall chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What part of the leaf is responsible for gas exchange?

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Stomata

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water (H₂O)

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and oxygen (O₂)

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What role do chloroplasts play in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs.

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What is the function of stomata in leaves?

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Stomata allow for the exchange of gases, including the intake of carbon dioxide and the release of oxygen.

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What is the significance of light in photosynthesis?

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Light provides the energy needed to drive the chemical reactions of photosynthesis.

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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 is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water is a reactant that provides electrons and protons for the photosynthetic process.