Unit #2 Review A

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What is the overall chemical reaction for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What are the raw materials of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose

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What is the pigment in chloroplasts that performs photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem?

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Photosynthesis is crucial as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that serve as food for living organisms.

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What is the light-dependent reaction in photosynthesis?

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The stage of photosynthesis that converts solar energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What is the light-independent reaction (Calvin Cycle) in photosynthesis?

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The stage of photosynthesis that uses ATP and NADPH to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Water provides electrons and protons for the light-dependent reactions and is a raw material for glucose production.