Photosynthesis Review

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What are the reactants in the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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H₂O + CO₂

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What tissue carries sugars and nutrients away from the leaf to other parts of the plant?

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Phloem

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What is sun energy also known as?

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Light energy

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What are the products in the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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C₆H₁₂O₆ + O₂

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What is one of the most important compounds for storing and releasing energy in organisms?

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ATP

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.

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What is the primary function of the xylem in plants?

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To transport water and minerals from the roots to the leaves.

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What is the significance of glucose produced in photosynthesis?

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Glucose serves as an energy source and a building block for growth.

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What is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis.