AP Biology Photosynthesis Review

Front

Where is glucose synthesized during photosynthesis?

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Calvin Cycle

Front

In which parts of the chloroplast do the light reactions and dark reactions occur?

Back

Light reactions occur in the thylakoid membrane; dark reactions occur in the stroma.

Front

What is the direct by-product of splitting water molecules during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen (O2)

Front

Which pigment is best suited for growing conditions with a green hue?

Back

Carotenoids

Front

What is the purpose of the H+ concentration gradient in photosynthesis?

Back

To generate ATP.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light reactions and Calvin Cycle.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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To absorb light energy.

Front

What is the primary function of the Calvin Cycle?

Back

To synthesize glucose from carbon dioxide.

Front

What molecule is reduced during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

Back

NADP+ is reduced to NADPH.

Front

What is chemiosmosis in the context of photosynthesis?

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The process of using a proton gradient to generate ATP.