Photosynthesis---9.1 and 9.2

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which autotrophs use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce carbohydrates and oxygen.

Front

Where does the energy to add a phosphate to ADP to form ATP come from?

Back

Light dependent reactions.

Front

What is the primary pigment in plants responsible for capturing light energy?

Back

Chlorophyll.

Front

What is the ability to do work called?

Back

Energy.

Front

True or False: Most cells only store enough ATP for a few seconds of activity.

Back

True.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light dependent reactions and light independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

Front

What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

Back

Water is split to provide electrons and protons, and oxygen is released as a byproduct.

Front

What is the main product of the Calvin cycle?

Back

Glucose (carbohydrates).

Front

What are autotrophs?

Back

Organisms that produce their own food using light or chemical energy.

Front

What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily in the blue and red wavelengths.