Glosario de Fotosíntesis y Respiración

What is photosynthesis?

• The process by which plants absorb water from the soil.

• The process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

• The release of oxygen into the atmosphere by plants.

What is the pigment responsible for capturing light energy in plants?

• Carotenoids

• Chlorophyll

• Anthocyanins

Where does photosynthesis mainly occur in plant cells?

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

• Chloroplasts

Which gas is absorbed by plants during photosynthesis?

What is the waste product of photosynthesis that is released into the atmosphere?

What is the Calvin cycle?

• The phase of photosynthesis where light is absorbed.

• The phase of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide is fixed to produce glucose.

• The phase of photosynthesis where oxygen is released.

What structure in the leaves regulates gas exchange?

• Stomata

• Trichomes

• Vessels

What is the role of ATP in photosynthesis?

• Transport oxygen to the cells.

• Provide energy for the Calvin cycle.

• Absorb sunlight.

What is glycolysis?

• The breakdown of glucose into pyruvate.

• The production of glucose from carbon dioxide.

• The absorption of light by chlorophyll.

What is the final product of glycolysis?

• Glucose

• Pyruvate

• ATP