Photosynthesis Vocabulary Review

What is cellular respiration?

• The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

• The process by which cells divide to form new cells.

• The process by which cells absorb nutrients from their environment.

• The process by which cells eliminate waste products.

What are guard cells?

• Specialized cells that control the pore size (stomata) in plant cells, regulating gas exchange.

• Cells that provide structural support to the plant.

• Cells that transport water and nutrients throughout the plant.

• Cells that are responsible for photosynthesis in leaves.

Where does photosynthesis take place in plant cells?

• In the mitochondria of plant cells.

• In the chloroplasts of plant cells.

• In the nucleus of plant cells.

• In the vacuoles of plant cells.

What is the significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

• It produces carbon dioxide for respiration.

• It generates heat for the planet.

• It produces oxygen and organic compounds that are the basis of the food chain.

• It helps in the formation of minerals in the soil.

What is the importance of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?

• It is a waste product of photosynthesis.

• It is a key reactant used to produce glucose during the Calvin Cycle.

• It helps in the absorption of sunlight.

• It is used to release oxygen into the atmosphere.

What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

• Water is a byproduct of photosynthesis.

• Water provides electrons and protons for the light-dependent reactions and is a reactant in the photosynthesis equation.

• Water absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

• Water is used to transport nutrients in plants.

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

• Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

• Chlorophyll is responsible for the production of glucose in plants.

• Chlorophyll helps in the absorption of water from the soil.

• Chlorophyll protects plants from harmful UV radiation.

What are stomata?

• Small openings on the surface of leaves that allow for gas exchange (CO2 in, O2 out).

• Large pores found on the stems of plants for nutrient absorption.

• Tiny hairs on leaves that help in photosynthesis.

• Cells that store water in plant tissues.

What is Photosynthesis?

• The process in which plants use light energy, water, and carbon dioxide to make glucose (food) and oxygen.

• A method used by animals to convert food into energy.

• The process of converting sunlight into heat energy.

• A chemical reaction that occurs only in the dark.

What is glucose?

• A type of protein found in meat

• A simple sugar (C6H12O6) also known as a monosaccharide, which is a type of carbohydrate.

• A complex carbohydrate found in grains

• A type of fat that is solid at room temperature.