Photosynthesis Flashcard

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants __________________________.

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make food for themselves.

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What kind of sugar do plants create during photosynthesis?

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glucose.

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What chemical found in plant cells is able to use the energy in sunlight to make food?

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chlorophyll.

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

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Which part of the plant is where photosynthesis takes place?

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leaves.

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Which natural resource has the greatest effect on how much sugar is produced during photosynthesis?

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sunlight.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What are the two main products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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NGSS.5-LS1-1

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What do plants need from the environment to perform photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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NGSS.5-LS1-1

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and helps convert it into energy.

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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