Photosynthesis

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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 glucose and oxygen.

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Which molecule is responsible for the green color in leaves?

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Chlorophyll is the molecule that gives leaves their green color and is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is then used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the light reaction in photosynthesis?

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The light reaction is the first stage of photosynthesis that converts light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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Where do light reactions take place?

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Light reactions occur in the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is the second stage of photosynthesis that uses ATP and NADPH produced in the light reactions to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a molecule that carries energy within cells, used in various cellular processes.

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What is the significance of glucose in plants?

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Glucose serves as a primary energy source for plants and is used to build other organic compounds.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.