Photosynthesis CP Warm Up

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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.

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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 organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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The chloroplast is the organelle that absorbs sunlight and carries out photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to initiate photosynthesis.

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What happens to enzymes at high temperatures during photosynthesis?

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Enzymes can become denatured at high temperatures, losing their shape and function, which decreases the rate of photosynthesis.

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What type of energy is converted during photosynthesis?

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Light energy from the sun is converted into chemical energy during photosynthesis.

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What does the law of conservation of mass state?

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The law of conservation of mass states that mass cannot be created or destroyed in a closed system.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide and water.

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How does temperature affect the rate of photosynthesis?

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Temperature affects the rate of photosynthesis; optimal temperatures increase the rate, while extreme temperatures can decrease it.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen produced during photosynthesis is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms, including humans.