B9 - photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
Word equation for photosynthesis
A
Water + carbon dioxide + energy —> glucose + oxygen
2
Q
Symbol equation for photosynthesis
A
6H2O + 6CO2 —> C6H12O6 + 6O2
3
Q
What are the 4 limiting factors for photosynthesis
A
Light, carbon dioxide levels, temperature, and amount of chlorophyll
4
Q
What do plants use the glucose from photosynthesis for
A
Respiration, making fruit, making cell walls (cellulose is made from glucose), making proteins, store in seeds