Biology Chapter 8 Photosynthesis

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After photosynthesis, plants store their energy as _________ .

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glucose

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What is the main purpose of the light reactions?

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To provide the energy and electrons for the light independent reactions

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What is the chemical formula for oxygen?

Back

O₂

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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Which process in photosynthesis involves the conversion of carbon dioxide into glucose?

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Calvin Cycle

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions (Calvin Cycle).

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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In the chloroplasts.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the blue and red wavelengths.

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What are the inputs of the photosynthesis process?

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Carbon dioxide (CO₂), water (H₂O), and sunlight.