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 is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis, responsible for absorbing light energy.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light provides the energy needed to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen during photosynthesis.

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What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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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.

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What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the significance of the light-dependent reactions?

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The light-dependent reactions convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What happens during the Calvin cycle?

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During the Calvin cycle, ATP and NADPH produced in the light-dependent reactions are used to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.