B1.4 Photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What is photosynthesis?
A
Photosynthesis is a chemical reaction that takes place in land based plants
2
Q
Equation for photosynthesis
A
Carbon dioxide + water -> glucose + oxygen
3
Q
Is photosynthesis an example of an endothermic reaction?
A
Yes because it takes in energy in the form of light energy.
4
Q
Why can plants harness this light energy?
A
Because they have this green pigment called chlorophyll
5
Q
Limiting factors of photosynthesis are:
A
Sunlight
Carbon dioxide
Temperature
6
Q
When glucose is produced it can…
A
Be used in cellulose which is required to make cell walls
Can be used to make starch
Energy source for respiration.
7
Q
Low light or no light means..
A
photosynthesis stops
