Leaf Structure and Photosynthesis

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What gas does the process of photosynthesis release into the atmosphere?

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Oxygen is released during photosynthesis as a byproduct when plants convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen using sunlight.

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Which plant part absorbs water and nutrients?

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Roots are the part of the plant that absorb water and nutrients from the soil, anchoring the plant and providing essential resources for growth.

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How does water needed for photosynthesis enter the leaves?

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Water enters the leaves through xylem cells, which transport water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis, which is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.

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Through which structures do carbon dioxide and oxygen enter and leave the leaf?

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Carbon dioxide and oxygen enter and leave the leaf through stomata, which are small openings on the leaf surface.

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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 role do chloroplasts play in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs, containing chlorophyll that captures light energy.

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What is the function of stomata in leaves?

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Stomata are tiny openings on the leaf surface that regulate gas exchange, allowing carbon dioxide to enter and oxygen to exit.

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What is the significance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for 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, representing the conversion of carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.