Photosysthesis

Front

What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

Front

Which photosystem absorbs light first in the light-dependent reactions?

Back

Photosystem II.

Front

At approximately which wavelength does chlorophyll a absorb most light?

Back

425 nm.

Front

Where does the Calvin cycle take place?

Back

In the stroma of the chloroplasts.

Front

What is the compound that plants use to absorb the energy from light?

Back

Chlorophyll.

Front

What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

Back

Glucose.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

Front

What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What gas is released as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen.

Front

What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy to drive the photosynthesis process.