6. Plant Nutrition Flashcards

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Describe Photosynthesis

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The process by which plants synthesise carbohydrates from raw materials using energy from light

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State the word equation for photosynthesis

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Carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen

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State the balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆+ 6O₂

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Explain where chlorophyll is and its role

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  • A green pigment found in chloroplasts
  • To transfer energy from light (sun) into energy in chemicals, for the synthesis of carbohydrates
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List the use and storage of the carbohydrates made in photosynthesis

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  1. Starch molecules for energy store
  2. Cellulose to build cell walls
  3. Glucose used in respiration to provide energy
  4. Sucrose for transport in the phloem
  5. As nectar to attract insects for pollination
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Explain the function and deficiency of nitrate and magnesium ions for chlorophyll

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Magnesium Ion: Synthesise chlorophyll
Deficiency: Yellowing b/w the leaves (chlorosis)

Nitrate Ion: Synthesise amino acids (to produce proteins)
Deficiency: Stunted growth and yellowing b/w the leaves

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