Photosynthesis Flashcard

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What is the basic definition of photosynthesis?

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Energy within light is captured and used to synthesize carbohydrates

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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CO2 + H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + O2 + H2O

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What molecule is reduced in photosynthesis?

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CO2

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Which molecule is oxidized in photosynthesis? H2O, CO2, O2, C6H12O6

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H2O

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What is the biosphere?

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Regions on the surface of earth and atmosphere where living organisms exist

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What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs make organic molecules or their own food; Heterotrophs must obtain food from an external source.

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What makes photoautotroph different from a regular autotroph?

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Photoautotrophs use light as their energy source.

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Which part of the plant does photosynthesis occur at?

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Chloroplast in the leaves

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What organelle specifically allows photosynthesis to happen?

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Chloroplast

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Chloroplast is very close to which other important organelle found in both plant and animal cells? Options: Mitochondria, Nucleus, Ribosome, Endoplasmic reticulum

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Mitochondria