Photosynthesis

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What are the two products of the light reactions that are needed for the Calvin cycle?

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NADPH and ATP

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What is the pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions?

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To provide the energy for the Calvin cycle

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water

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Which organelle performs photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the reactions of photosynthesis.

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What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily in the blue and red wavelengths.

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What are the stages of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis consists of two main stages: light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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Where do the light-dependent reactions occur?

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In the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts.