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 into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water, and releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are oxygen and glucose.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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The chloroplast is the organelle responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process, allowing plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role 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 a heterotroph?

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A heterotroph is an organism that cannot produce its own food and must consume other organisms for energy, such as animals.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that can produce its own food from inorganic substances, using light or chemical energy, such as plants.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the air through small openings in their leaves called stomata.

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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 byproduct, which is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.