Photosynthesis AP Biology

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What substances from the light reaction are required for the Calvin cycle?

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ATP and NADPH

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What happens to NADP+ during the light reaction?

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NADP+ is reduced.

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Why does the light reaction perform cyclic photophosphorylation?

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Because the Calvin cycle runs out of ATP.

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What is the main goal of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into glucose energy.

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What does photorespiration involve?

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The breakdown of sugar when CO2 levels are low.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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Where do the light reactions of photosynthesis take place?

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In the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.

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What is produced during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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ATP, NADPH, and oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy.

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What is the significance of the Calvin cycle?

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It converts CO2 into glucose using ATP and NADPH.