AP BIO 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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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is the role of NADPH in photosynthesis?

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NADPH is a reducing agent that provides the electrons needed for the reduction of carbon compounds in the Calvin cycle.

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What is the primary function of ATP in photosynthesis?

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ATP provides the energy required for various biochemical reactions in the Calvin cycle.

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Where do the light reactions of photosynthesis occur?

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The light reactions occur in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts.

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What is the main product of the light reactions?

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The main products of the light reactions are ATP and NADPH.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is a series of biochemical reactions that take place in the stroma of chloroplasts, where carbon dioxide is fixed into glucose.

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What is G3P and its significance in photosynthesis?

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G3P (glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate) is a three-carbon sugar produced in the Calvin cycle, which can be used to form glucose and other carbohydrates.

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What is RuBP and its role in the Calvin cycle?

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RuBP (ribulose bisphosphate) is a five-carbon sugar that combines with carbon dioxide to initiate the Calvin cycle.

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What are mesophyll cells?

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Mesophyll cells are specialized plant cells located in the leaves that are responsible for photosynthesis.