ATP & Photosynthesis

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What is ATP?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a molecule that carries energy within cells.

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What are the main components of an ATP molecule?

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Adenine, ribose, and three phosphate groups.

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What does the 'TP' in ATP stand for?

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Tri (3) phosphates.

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What is the first step of photosynthesis called?

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Light Dependent reactions.

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What is the second step of photosynthesis called?

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Calvin Cycle.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.

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What are the products of the light-dependent reactions?

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ATP and NADPH.

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What is the main purpose of the Calvin Cycle?

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To convert carbon dioxide into glucose using ATP and NADPH.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the significance of glucose in photosynthesis?

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Glucose serves as an energy source for plants and is used in cellular respiration.