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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to perform photosynthesis.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose, which plants use for energy.

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What is the waste product of photosynthesis?

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The waste product of photosynthesis is oxygen.

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What gives plants their green color?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that gives plants their green color and is essential for photosynthesis.

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When do plants perform photosynthesis?

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Plants perform photosynthesis during the daytime when there is sunlight.

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Can animals perform photosynthesis?

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No, animals cannot perform photosynthesis; they must obtain energy by consuming other organisms.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in the chloroplasts of plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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The oxygen produced during photosynthesis is released into the atmosphere as a waste product.