Pre-CFA: Photosynthesis

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What are the raw materials (reactants) of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water are the raw materials (reactants) of photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

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The chemical formula for carbon dioxide is CO₂.

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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The chemical formula for glucose is C₆H₁₂O₆.

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What is the name of the green pigment inside plants?

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The green pigment inside plants is called Chlorophyll.

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In which organelle does photosynthesis occur?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy during photosynthesis.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is important because it produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for life.

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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.