Photosynthesis

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What is the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for living things?

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The Sun is the ultimate original source of energy for living things.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plants?

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Chloroplast is the organelle responsible for photosynthesis in plants.

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What is glucose?

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Glucose is a sugar, a carbohydrate, and a source of quick energy.

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Which gases enter and exit plants during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide enters and oxygen exits during photosynthesis.

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What role does NADPH play in cellular respiration?

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NADPH is a high-energy co-enzyme that plays a role in cellular respiration.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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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 pigment is essential for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.