Photosynthesis

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What is the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for living things?

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The Sun.

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What is the correct equation for PHOTOSYNTHESIS?

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light + carbon dioxide + water --> glucose + oxygen

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Why do leaves look green?

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They contain a molecule named chlorophyll.

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Which molecule safely carries high energy electrons during Photosynthesis?

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NADPH.

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How does carbon dioxide get into the leaves of a plant?

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It enters through the stomata.

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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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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What is the function of stomata in plants?

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Stomata are small openings on the surface of leaves that allow for gas exchange, including the intake of carbon dioxide.

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What is the significance of glucose in plants?

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Glucose serves as an energy source and a building block for growth.