Photosynthesis Review Period 7

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Where in a plant does the majority of photosynthesis occur?

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Leaves

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar

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What provides the energy for the bonds of Carbon Dioxide and Water to be broken down in a plant during photosynthesis?

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Sunlight

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which the plant makes its own food using sunlight.

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What do plants absorb from the sun during photosynthesis?

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Energy

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What are the main reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) and Water (H₂O)

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O₂) and Sugar (Glucose)

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen and is the basis of the food chain.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to convert CO₂ and H₂O into glucose.