Chapter 8 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of photosynthesis?
A
The build-up of food using light as energy for the process.
2
Q
What is the word equation for photosynthesis?
A
Carbon dioxide + water –> glucose + oxygen
3
Q
What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?
A
6CO2+6H2O→C6H12O6+6O2
4
Q
Is it a form of autotrophic or heterotrophic nutrition?
A
Autotropic
5
Q
Name three places photosynethis occurs in
A
Organ,tissue,organelle
6
Q
Name three adaptations of the leaf for photosynthesis.
A
Large surface area, thin leaf blade, chloroplasts containing chlorophyll
7
Q
What are abiotic factors?
A
Environmental factors that are not related to living things.
8
Q
Name four factors that affect photosynthesis.
A
Light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, water availability and temperature.
