Photosynthesis and Respiration

Front

What is the main pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

What process produces carbon dioxide as a product?

Back

Respiration

Front

Is water (H2O) a reactant or product of photosynthesis?

Back

Reactant

Front

What are the tiny holes on the back of a plant’s leaves that allow gases to flow through?

Back

Stomata

Front

Through which part of a plant is water primarily taken in?

Back

Roots

Front

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

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Front

What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen (O2)

Front

What organelle in plant cells is responsible for photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

Back

6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2