Photosynthesis :-)

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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Where does the Calvin Cycle occur?

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The Calvin Cycle occurs in the stroma of chloroplasts.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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The main purpose of photosynthesis is to create glucose, which serves as energy for the plant.

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Which tissue layer in leaves is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?

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The palisade mesophyll is the tissue layer where most photosynthesis takes place.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.

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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, along with oxygen as a byproduct.

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What molecule provides the electrons needed in the light-dependent reactions?

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Water provides the electrons needed during the light-dependent reactions.

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What is ATP and its role in photosynthesis?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes, including the Calvin Cycle.