Photosynthesis Quiz

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

• photosynthesis

• transpiration

• respiration

• chemosynthesis

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Which subtopic of photosynthesis involves the conversion of light energy into chemical energy?

• carbon fixation

• chlorophyll synthesis

• light-independent reactions

• light-dependent reactions

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What is the primary pigment responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis?

• hemoglobin

• chlorophyll

• melanin

• carotenoids

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Which subtopic of photosynthesis involves the synthesis of glucose using carbon dioxide and energy from light-dependent reactions?

• Electron transport chain

• Calvin cycle

• Krebs cycle

• Glycolysis

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What is the main function of chloroplasts in photosynthesis?

• Store excess energy for later use

• Capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy

• Regulate the temperature of the plant

• Produce oxygen as a byproduct

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Which subtopic of photosynthesis focuses on the structure and function of chloroplasts?

• Photosynthetic Pigments

• Chloroplast Structure and Function

• Mitochondrial Structure and Function

• Cellular Respiration

What is the name of the process by which plants release oxygen into the atmosphere?

• photosynthesis

• respiration

• combustion

• transpiration

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Which pigment is responsible for the red, orange, and yellow colors in plants?

• carotenoids

• xanthophylls

• anthocyanins

• chlorophyll

What is the primary source of carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

• soil

• water

• sunlight

• atmosphere

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Which subtopic of photosynthesis provides an overview of the process and its importance?

• Introduction to Photosynthesis

• The Role of Chlorophyll in Photosynthesis

• Photosynthesis in Animals

• The Effects of Photosynthesis on Climate Change

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