Photosynthesis Review

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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 main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants of photosynthesis are sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the source of energy for photosynthesis?

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The source of energy for photosynthesis is light, specifically sunlight.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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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 happens during the light-dependent reactions?

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During the light-dependent reactions, sunlight is absorbed by chlorophyll, water is split, and energy is produced in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What happens during the Calvin cycle?

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During the Calvin cycle, ATP and NADPH produced in the light-dependent reactions are used to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.