Honors biology photosynthesis

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The part of the leaf where photosynthesis occurs is called

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mesophyll

Front

Carbon dioxide is fixed in the _______ that occurs in the _________

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light independent; stroma

Front

The stacks of flattened sacs in the chloroplast are called

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grana

Front

Which of the following would NOT cause a change in the rate of photosynthesis?

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lack of oxygen

Front

What best describes photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis converts radiant energy into chemical energy.

Front

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

Front

What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (sugar).

Front

What are the raw materials needed for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

Front

Where in the plant does photosynthesis primarily take place?

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In the leaves, specifically in the mesophyll cells.