Photosynthesis

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What is the function of the cuticle in leaves?

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The cuticle is a waxy layer that prevents water loss from the leaf surface.

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What do CAM plants do to reduce water loss during the day?

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CAM plants fix CO2 into organic acids during the night when temperatures are cooler.

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What occurs during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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Light is absorbed and funneled to reaction-center chlorophyll a.

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Is photosynthesis an anabolic or catabolic process?

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Photosynthesis is an anabolic process.

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Where are ATP synthase complexes located in plant cells?

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ATP synthase complexes are located in the thylakoid membrane and inner mitochondrial membranes.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert CO2 and water into glucose.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages are the light reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is the primary product of the Calvin cycle?

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The primary product of the Calvin cycle is glucose.

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What is the significance of stomata in plants?

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Stomata are openings that allow for gas exchange, enabling CO2 uptake and O2 release.

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How do light reactions contribute to the Calvin cycle?

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Light reactions produce ATP and NADPH, which are used in the Calvin cycle to synthesize glucose.