Photosynthesis Review

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is a chemical 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 do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to perform 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 for energy.

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

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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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Why do reef-building corals depend on algae?

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Reef-building corals depend on algae because the algae perform photosynthesis, providing food and oxygen for the corals.

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Where are reef-building corals typically found?

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Reef-building corals are typically found in warm, shallow waters where sunlight can reach.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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How do plants contribute to the carbon cycle?

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Plants remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, helping to regulate the carbon cycle.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces oxygen and glucose, which are used in respiration by animals, while respiration produces carbon dioxide, which is used in photosynthesis.