Photosynthesis

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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, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose, a simple sugar that serves as an energy source for plants.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.

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What are stomata?

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Stomata are small openings on the surface of leaves that allow for the exchange of gases (like oxygen and carbon dioxide) and water vapor between the plant and the environment.

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Why do most plants appear green?

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Most plants appear green because chlorophyll absorbs light in the blue and red wavelengths but reflects green light.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to perform photosynthesis.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the importance of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is crucial because it produces oxygen, which is essential for most life forms, and it is the foundation of the food chain.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy required to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen during photosynthesis.