Biology 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 into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis, which absorbs light energy.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy required to drive the chemical reactions in photosynthesis.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

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The light-dependent reactions produce oxygen gas (O2), ATP, and NADPH.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle, also known as the light-independent reactions, is the stage of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose using ATP and NADPH.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that can produce its own food from inorganic substances, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of glucose in photosynthesis?

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Glucose is the main product of photosynthesis and serves as an energy source for plants and other organisms.

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What is the byproduct of photosynthesis?

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The byproduct of photosynthesis is oxygen gas (O2), which is released into the atmosphere.