Photosynthesis

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What is the name of the green pigment inside plants?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants that is essential for photosynthesis.

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What two products does a plant make during photosynthesis?

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During photosynthesis, plants produce Oxygen and Glucose.

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Which organisms perform Photosynthesis?

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Only Autotrophs, such as plants and some algae, perform photosynthesis.

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Which of the following is an example of an AUTOTROPH?

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An Appletree is an example of an autotroph, as it can produce its own food through photosynthesis.

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What is a Granum?

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A Granum is a stack of thylakoids, which are the sites of the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis.

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What is the primary function of Chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll's primary function is to absorb light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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The overall equation for photosynthesis is 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.

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What role do stomata play in photosynthesis?

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Stomata are small openings on the surface of leaves that allow for gas exchange, enabling CO₂ to enter and O₂ to exit.

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What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs can produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, while heterotrophs obtain food by consuming other organisms.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy required for the photosynthesis process, allowing plants to convert CO₂ and water into glucose and oxygen.