Photosynthesis

Front

What part of the plant collects the sun's energy and makes food?

Back

Leaf

Front

After photosynthesis, plants store their energy as _________.

Back

Glucose (sugar)

Front

Why is photosynthesis an essential process for life?

Back

It creates oxygen for animals to breathe, Most food chains and food webs depend on it, It creates glucose for plants to use as energy, All of these are correct.

Front

Which organelle performs Photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide + Water + Light --> Glucose + Oxygen

Front

Define photosynthesis.

Back

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

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to facilitate photosynthesis.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

Front

What is produced during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen, ATP, and NADPH.

Front

What is the primary purpose of the Calvin cycle?

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To convert carbon dioxide and other compounds into glucose.