Photosynthesis

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What pigment absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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The correct equation for photosynthesis is 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆.

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What is the role of the Electron Transport Chain in photosynthesis?

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The Electron Transport Chain is responsible for transferring electrons and pumping H⁺ ions, which helps generate ATP and NADPH.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is the significance of thylakoids in chloroplasts?

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Thylakoids are membrane-bound structures within chloroplasts where the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis occur.

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water is a reactant in photosynthesis, providing electrons and protons, and is split during the light-dependent reactions.

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What is the light-dependent reaction of photosynthesis?

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The light-dependent reactions convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH, occurring in the thylakoid membranes.

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What is the Calvin cycle?

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The Calvin cycle is the light-independent reaction of photosynthesis that uses ATP and NADPH to convert CO₂ into glucose.

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How does carbon dioxide enter the plant?

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Carbon dioxide enters the plant through small openings called stomata, located on the leaves.