7.4 OSE Whole Unit Review

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What structures in plant cells move around in response to sunlight?

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Chloroplasts are the structures in plant cells that move around in response to sunlight, allowing for photosynthesis.

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What are the structures on the surface of leaves called in which gases can enter and exit?

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Stomata are the small openings on the surface of leaves that allow gases to enter and exit.

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What is a simple sugar that is produced in photosynthesis?

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Glucose is the simple sugar produced during photosynthesis, which plants use for energy.

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How does most of the water needed by the plant get into its leaves?

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Most of the water needed by the plant enters through the roots, which absorb it and then transport it up the stem to the leaves.

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What pigment in chloroplasts captures sunlight for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment in chloroplasts that captures sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What is the main gas that plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is the main gas that plants take in during photosynthesis.

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What is the byproduct of photosynthesis that is released into the atmosphere?

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Oxygen is the byproduct of photosynthesis that is released into the atmosphere.

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What part of the plant is primarily responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil?

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The roots are primarily responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil.

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What is the function of the stem in a plant?

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The stem supports the plant and transports water and nutrients between the roots and leaves.