Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is glucose?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that is produced by plants during photosynthesis and serves as a primary energy source for living organisms.

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

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What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis.

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What are the three key ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

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The three key ingredients needed for photosynthesis are sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.

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Why do plants need water for photosynthesis?

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Plants need water to provide the hydrogen atoms required to form glucose and to help transport nutrients.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the air through small openings in their leaves called stomata.

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What is the importance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is crucial because it produces oxygen, which is essential for most living organisms, and it forms the base of the food chain.