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Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?
6CO2 + 6H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6O2
6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2
C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy
CO2 + H2O + light energy -> CH4 + O2
In the photosynthesis equation, what does CO2 stand for?
Oxygen Dioxide
Carbon Oxide
Carbon Dioxide
Nitrogen Dioxide
In the photosynthesis equation, what does H2O stand for?
Hydrogen Dioxide
Oxygen
Water
Hydrogen Peroxide
What are the products of photosynthesis?
Protein and lipids
Carbon dioxide and water
Nitrogen and phosphorus
Glucose and oxygen
What are the reactants of photosynthesis?
Hydrogen and carbon monoxide
Oxygen and glucose
Nitrogen and sunlight
Carbon dioxide and water
Where does photosynthesis take place in a plant cell?
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts
Endoplasmic reticulum
Nucleus
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll converts carbon dioxide into glucose during photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll releases oxygen during photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll absorbs light energy during photosynthesis.
Chlorophyll provides structural support to plant cells during photosynthesis.
What is the primary source of energy for photosynthesis?
Fire
Moonlight
Wind
Sunlight
What is the overall purpose of photosynthesis in plants?
To convert sunlight into energy (glucose) for growth and survival.
To convert water into oxygen
To absorb nutrients from the soil
To regulate temperature in the plant
How does photosynthesis contribute to the oxygen cycle?
Photosynthesis contributes to the oxygen cycle by reducing the oxygen levels.
Photosynthesis contributes to the oxygen cycle by releasing oxygen as a byproduct.
Photosynthesis contributes to the oxygen cycle by producing carbon dioxide.
Photosynthesis contributes to the oxygen cycle by absorbing oxygen.
