Photosynthesis

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What is the main purpose of the light reactions in photosynthesis?

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To provide the energy and electrons for the Calvin cycle.

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Which organelle is responsible for performing photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose.

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What are the stacks of disks in the chloroplast called?

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Grana.

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After photosynthesis, how do plants store their energy?

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As glucose (sugar).

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What is photosynthesis?

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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 light energy, primarily from the sun, to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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A series of biochemical reactions that take place in the chloroplasts of photosynthetic organisms, where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is released as a byproduct and is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.