Unit 3: Flashcardz Review Game

Front

Where is glucose synthesized?

Back

Calvin Cycle

Front

What is the function of NADP+?

Back

It is an electron carrier.

Front

Where does the Calvin cycle take place?

Back

Stroma of the chloroplast.

Front

Where do the light reactions happen?

Back

Thylakoid membrane.

Front

What is the primary function of the Calvin cycle?

Back

Produce simple sugars from carbon dioxide.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light reactions and Calvin cycle.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

It absorbs light energy.

Front

What is produced during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

Back

ATP and NADPH.

Front

What is the source of carbon dioxide for the Calvin cycle?

Back

Atmospheric CO2.

Front

What is the end product of the Calvin cycle?

Back

Glucose.