Photosythesis

Front

What is the process by which plants and other organisms obtain energy from the sun to make their food?

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Photosynthesis

Front

What do plants need in order to make food?

Back

Water, energy, carbon dioxide

Front

True or False: Cells do not break down the molecules in foods in different ways.

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False

Front

What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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Light + Carbon Dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen

Front

What is the sugar that plants produce called?

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Glucose

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

Front

Where in the plant does photosynthesis primarily take place?

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In the leaves, specifically in the chloroplasts.

Front

What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

Front

What gas do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.