FLASHCARDS SC.8.L.18.1

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose (food) and oxygen.

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light provides the energy needed to drive the chemical reactions in photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants are carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water (H₂O).

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products are glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and oxygen (O₂).

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Where in the plant does photosynthesis occur?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation is: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.

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Why is photosynthesis important for life on Earth?

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It produces oxygen for organisms to breathe and glucose as a source of energy for plants and other organisms.

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How does carbon dioxide enter the plant?

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Carbon dioxide enters the plant through small openings called stomata on the leaves.

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What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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The oxygen is released into the atmosphere as a byproduct.