Photosynthesis Basics for Grade 8

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Definition

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Process plants use to convert light into energy

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Key Reactants

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Carbon dioxide, water, sunlight

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Main Products

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Glucose, oxygen

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Chlorophyll

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Green pigment in plants

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Chloroplasts

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Site of photosynthesis in plant cells

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Light-dependent Reactions

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Occur in thylakoid membranes

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Calvin Cycle

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Light-independent reactions

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Stomata

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Pores for gas exchange

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Role of Sunlight

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Provides energy for photosynthesis

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Importance

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Produces oxygen, food for plants