Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures light energy from the sun, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (a sugar) and oxygen.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?

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The primary purpose of photosynthesis is to convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is the first step of photosynthesis?

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The first step of photosynthesis is the absorption of light by chlorophyll.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is the second stage of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose using ATP and NADPH produced in the light-dependent reactions.

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What are light-dependent reactions?

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Light-dependent reactions are the first stage of photosynthesis that convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen produced in photosynthesis is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms, including humans, as it is used in cellular respiration.