Photosynthesis

Front

What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

In which part of a plant does carbon dioxide and sunlight enter?

Back

Leaves

Front

What pigment captures light for photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

What are the energy-carrying molecules formed in the Light Dependent Reactions?

Back

ATP and NADPH

Front

Which color circle shows the site of photosynthesis?

Back

Yellow

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

Back

6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

Front

What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

Back

It provides the energy needed to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Front

What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose (C6H12O6)

Front

What gas is released as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen (O2)

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).