:-/Photosynthesis

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What is the purpose of photosynthesis?

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The purpose of photosynthesis is to make glucose, which serves as an energy source for plants.

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Where does the light independent reaction take place?

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The light independent reaction takes place in the stroma of the chloroplasts.

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Why do most plants appear green?

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Most plants appear green because chlorophyll reflects green light.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis, like an apple tree.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the blue and red wavelengths, to drive the process of photosynthesis.

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What is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is produced as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the significance of the stroma in chloroplasts?

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The stroma is the fluid-filled space in chloroplasts where the light-independent reactions occur.