Photosynthesis

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What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

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CO₂

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Why are plants usually green?

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Because the chlorophyll reflects green light.

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What gas is produced during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

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Which organisms perform photosynthesis?

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Plants, algae, and some bacteria.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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It provides the energy needed for the process.

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What is the process by which plants convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose?

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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.