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What are stomata?

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Stomata are tiny openings found in the leaves of plants that allow gases like carbon dioxide and oxygen to enter and exit.

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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.

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What do plants take in from the air for photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide from the air as one of the key ingredients for photosynthesis.

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What are the three key ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

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The three key ingredients needed for photosynthesis are sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis, which is essential for humans and animals to breathe.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants that absorbs sunlight and is crucial for photosynthesis.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose, which plants use for energy and growth.

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What is the importance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is important because it produces oxygen and is the foundation of the food chain, providing energy for all living organisms.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis takes place.