Photosynthesis

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and sugar (glucose)

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What are the 3 key ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, water, carbon dioxide

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What molecule absorbs sunlight during photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What major energy transformation occurs during photosynthesis?

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Radiant energy is transformed into chemical energy.

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What energy from the sun is changed into what energy during photosynthesis?

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Light energy is changed into chemical energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for the survival of most living organisms.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons needed for the synthesis of glucose.

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