Leaf Anatomy & 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 is the primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that convert sunlight into energy through the process of photosynthesis.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food from inorganic substances, using light or chemical energy. Examples include plants and some bacteria.

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Why do most plants appear green?

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Most plants appear green because chlorophyll, the pigment in chloroplasts, reflects green light and absorbs other wavelengths of light for photosynthesis.

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What is chlorophyll?

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

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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 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 and oxygen during photosynthesis.

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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 significance of ATP in photosynthesis?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, produced during photosynthesis and used for various cellular processes.

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water is a raw material in photosynthesis; it is split into oxygen and hydrogen, providing electrons and protons for the process.