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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose, which plants use as food.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What pigment is essential for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment essential for photosynthesis, as it captures light energy.

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Why do plants need sunlight for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight to provide the energy required to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What role does water play in photosynthesis?

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Water is a raw material in photosynthesis; it is split into hydrogen and oxygen, with hydrogen being used to form 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.

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What is the role of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is a raw material that plants take in from the air to produce glucose during photosynthesis.

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