Ch 4A Cells & Energy - Photosynthesis

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What is the pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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Which organisms go through the process of photosynthesis?

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Algae

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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A series of light-independent reactions in photosynthesis that convert carbon dioxide and other compounds into glucose.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the photosynthesis process.

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What are light-dependent reactions?

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Reactions in photosynthesis that require light to produce ATP and NADPH.

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What are light-independent reactions?

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Reactions in photosynthesis that do not require light, using ATP and NADPH to synthesize glucose.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs.

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What is the significance of water in photosynthesis?

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Water is a reactant in photosynthesis and is split to release oxygen.