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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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The primary product of photosynthesis is glucose, which is used by plants for energy.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight, allowing the plant to perform photosynthesis.

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What do autotrophs do?

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Autotrophs are organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, using inorganic substances.

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What is the function of the xylem in plants?

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The xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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What is the function of the phloem in plants?

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The phloem transports glucose and other organic nutrients produced during photosynthesis from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

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Which organisms are known to perform photosynthesis?

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Organisms that perform photosynthesis include green plants, algae, and cyanobacteria.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.