Photosynthesis Concepts and Processes

What is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria create their own food?

• A process of eating other organisms

• A process of absorbing food from the soil

• Photosynthesis

• A process of magical food creation

In which part of a plant do the microscopic structures called chloroplasts, containing chlorophyll, facilitate photosynthesis?

• Roots

• Stems

• Leaves

• Flowers

What three elements are essential for a plant to perform photosynthesis?

• Soil, nutrients, and warmth

• Carbon dioxide, water, and light energy

• Oxygen, sugar, and minerals

• Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium

What are the two main products created by plants during photosynthesis?

• Carbon dioxide and water

• Glucose and oxygen

• Minerals and light

• Chlorophyll and roots