Photosynthesis

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What do plants need for the photosynthesis process?

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Plants need light, carbon dioxide, and water for photosynthesis.

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Where does the carbon come from that is used to form glucose?

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The carbon used to form glucose comes from CO2 in the air.

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Where in the chloroplasts is the chlorophyll found?

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Chlorophyll is found in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts.

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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions?

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The main purpose of the light dependent reactions is to provide the energy for the Calvin cycle.

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What is the pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis?

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The pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis is chlorophyll.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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During the light-dependent reactions, ATP and NADPH are produced.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.