Photosynthesis

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Why do humans NEED plants to survive?

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We breathe the oxygen they release.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process where plants make their own food.

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How many people can an average sized tree produce enough oxygen for?

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2-4 people.

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What elements are used in photosynthesis?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen.

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True or False: During photosynthesis, the energy from the sun is used to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen.

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True.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C6H12O6).

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What gas do plants absorb during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O2).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight for the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6H2O + 6CO2 -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.