Photosynthesis

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and sugar.

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What is the substance in plant leaves that helps with photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll.

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What happens to the sugar that plants make during photosynthesis?

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It is stored as starch for later use by the plant and other consumers.

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What three things do plants need for the process of photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the source of energy for plant photosynthesis?

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The sun.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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Why is chlorophyll important for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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What role does carbon dioxide play in photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is one of the raw materials that plants use to produce sugar and oxygen.

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How do plants obtain water for photosynthesis?

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Plants absorb water from the soil through their roots.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.