Photosynthesis and Chlorophyll

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Word equation for photosynthesis

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Carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen (in the presence of light and chlorophyll)

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Chemical equation for photosynthesis

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6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂ (in the presence of light and chlorophyll)

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Importance of photosynthesis

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Photosynthesis maintains the balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

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Limiting factors in photosynthesis

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1. Light intensity 2. Carbon dioxide concentration 3. Temperature

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Limiting factor at A?

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Light intensity

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Limiting factor at B?

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Temperature

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Test for photosynthesis

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Use iodine to perform starch test

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Presence of photosynthesis

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Iodine turn blue-black, glucose is made and converted to starch

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Photosynthesis is affected by temperature. Why?

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Enzymes reaction

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Starch detection at the end of the experiment

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Indicates photosynthesis during the experiment.