Biology: (Bioenergetics) Photosynthesis

Question 1

photosynthesis takes in energy (endothermic reaction)

it takes place in the leaves of a plant

Answer 1

leaves contain chlorophyll which can absorb light energy

Question 2

what is the equation for photosynthesis ?

Answer 2

carbon + water——–> glucose + oxygen

dioxide (light)

Question 3

symbol equation for photosynthesis

Answer 3

CO2 + H20——–> C6H12O6 + O2

Question 4

If we increase the light intensity and the rate of photosynthesis also increases, what is the light intensity ?

Answer 4

it tells us the light intensity is limiting.

Question 5

what is required to produce amino acids from glucose

Answer 5

nitrates. they are taken up by the roots from soil water by active transport

Question 6

what absorbs the energy required for photosynthesis

Answer 6

chlorophyll. its green so absorbs the blue and red part of the electromagnetic spectrum