*Photosynthesis Review

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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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water for photosynthesis.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose, which plants use for energy.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: CO2 + light + H2O → O2 + glucose.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.

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What are stomata?

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Stomata are small openings on the surface of leaves that allow carbon dioxide to enter and oxygen to exit.

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Which organisms can perform photosynthesis?

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Plants and some bacteria can perform photosynthesis.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures light energy for photosynthesis.