Photosynthesis

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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 main products of photosynthesis?

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

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What is the chemical formula for oxygen?

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The chemical formula for oxygen is O2.

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What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

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The chemical formula for carbon dioxide is CO2.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy required for the photosynthesis process, enabling plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in the chloroplasts of plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What happens to the rate of photosynthesis if carbon dioxide is limited?

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If carbon dioxide is limited, the rate of photosynthesis will gradually slow down and can eventually stop.

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Which organisms are capable of photosynthesis?

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Organisms capable of photosynthesis include green plants, algae, and some bacteria.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem?

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Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that serve as food for other organisms.

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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).