Nutrition Quest Day 6

Front

Where does photosynthesis occur in a plant?

Back

In a plant's leaves.

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Back

C6H12O6.

Front

How many carbon atoms are present in one molecule of glucose?

Back

6.

Front

What conclusion can you draw from the starch lab results?

Back

There is starch (long chains of glucose) in the leaves of plants.

Front

Which reactant does the carbon in glucose come from during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

What color represents hydrogen atoms in the molecular model for glucose?

Back

White.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Front

What are the main products of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose and oxygen.

Front

What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

Back

It provides the energy needed for the process.

Front

What is the function of chlorophyll in plants?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and helps in the process of photosynthesis.