Photosynthesis Flashcards

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Definition of photosynthesis

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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Materials needed for photosynthesis

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Sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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Product of photosynthesis

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Glucose and oxygen.

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Word equation of photosynthesis

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Carbon dioxide + Water + Light energy → Glucose + Oxygen.

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External factors affecting photosynthesis

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Light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, temperature, and water availability.

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Where does photosynthesis happen?

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In the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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Importance of photosynthesis

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Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth as it provides oxygen and is the foundation of the food chain.

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Types of organisms that perform photosynthesis

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Green plants, algae, and some bacteria.

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Chlorophyll's role in photosynthesis

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is essential for converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What are xylem and phloem?

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Two types of vascular tissue in plants, responsible for transporting substances throughout the plant. Xylem primarily transports water and dissolved minerals upward from the roots to the rest of the plant while phloem transports sugar to other parts of the plant