Photosynthesis Review

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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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What do plants produce during photosynthesis?

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Plants produce glucose and oxygen during photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is necessary for photosynthesis.

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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The reactants in the photosynthesis equation are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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Why do plants need sunlight for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight for photosynthesis because it provides the energy required to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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How do animals contribute to the process of photosynthesis?

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Animals contribute to photosynthesis by exhaling carbon dioxide, which plants use as a reactant in the photosynthesis process.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen produced during photosynthesis is essential for the survival of most living organisms, as it is used in respiration.

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What time of day do plants typically perform photosynthesis?

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Plants typically perform photosynthesis during the day when there is sunlight.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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