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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 carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water (H₂O).

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and oxygen (O₂).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a pigment found in the chloroplasts of plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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What are light-dependent reactions?

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Light-dependent reactions are the first stage of photosynthesis that occur in the thylakoid membranes, where light energy is converted into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What are light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle)?

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Light-independent reactions, also known as the Calvin cycle, occur in the stroma of chloroplasts and use ATP and NADPH to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is ATP and its role in photosynthesis?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing the energy needed for various biochemical reactions, including the synthesis of glucose during photosynthesis.

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What is NADPH and its role in photosynthesis?

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NADPH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate) is a reducing agent that provides the high-energy electrons needed for the reduction of carbon dioxide to glucose in the Calvin cycle.

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How does carbon dioxide enter the plant?

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Carbon dioxide enters the plant through small openings called stomata, located on the leaves.

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What is the significance of the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is significant because it is the process through which carbon dioxide is fixed and converted into glucose, which serves as an energy source for the plant.