Photosynthesis Vocabulary

Front

What are the 3 key ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

Back

Sunlight, water, carbon dioxide.

Front

Which of the following statements is true regarding photosynthesis?

Back

All of these are correct: it creates oxygen for animals to breathe, creates energy for consumers to use, and creates food for plants to use.

Front

Why are producers (plants) important for all life on Earth?

Back

They use carbon dioxide and give us oxygen.

Front

Where does the process of photosynthesis take place?

Back

In the leaves of the plant.

Front

Which of the following is not needed as a key ingredient for photosynthesis to occur?

Back

Oxygen.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants use sunlight to make their own food from carbon dioxide and water.

Front

What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

Back

Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Front

What is the main product of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose, which is a type of sugar that plants use for energy.

Front

What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen.