Photosynthesis

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What is the overall chemical reaction for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What pigment in chloroplasts is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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Are most plants heterotrophs?

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False

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Is the Calvin Cycle a light-independent reaction?

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True

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What are stacks of thylakoids in chloroplasts called?

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Granum

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What is the primary function of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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In the chloroplasts.

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons for the light-dependent reactions.

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What gas is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O₂)