Unit 3: Photosynthesis

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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions in photosynthesis?

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To create high energy molecules that will be used in the Calvin Cycle.

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Which gas is produced in the greatest amount during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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What gas is likely being collected from a plant in bright sunlight?

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Oxygen.

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What happens to a plant's production of high-energy sugars if carbon dioxide is completely removed from its environment?

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Sugars will not be produced.

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Which pigment is best suited for growing conditions with a green hue?

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Carotenoids.

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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 are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the blue and red wavelengths, to drive the photosynthesis process.

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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A series of biochemical reactions that take place in the stroma of chloroplasts, where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose.

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What are the products of the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP, NADPH, and oxygen.