B2.18 Photosynthesis

Question 1

What is the word equation for photosynthesise?

Answer 1

Carbon dioxide + water - oxygen and glucose

Question 2

Describe how the structure of leaf is adapted for photosynthesise.

Answer 2

Leaves have a large surface to help them absorb as much light energy. They contain chlorophyll in chloroplasts to absorb light. Stomata for gas exchange (carbon dioxide, water vapour, oxygen)