Photosynthesis Review

Front

Thylakoids are arranged in stacks called ____.

Back

Grana

Front

What are the reactants (starting materials) in photosynthesis?

Back

Light, carbon dioxide, and water.

Front

How does most of the water needed by the plant get into its leaves?

Back

The roots absorb it and then it travels up the stem.

Front

Where does the Calvin Cycle take place within the chloroplast?

Back

Stroma.

Front

Where do the light dependent reactions take place within the chloroplast?

Back

Thylakoid.

Front

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll.

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

Back

It provides the energy needed to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Front

What is produced during the light-dependent reactions?

Back

ATP and NADPH.

Front

What is the function of stomata in plants?

Back

They allow for gas exchange, letting carbon dioxide in and oxygen out.