Chapter 8: Photosyntheis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the word equation for photosynthesis?
A
Carbon dioxide + water >light> oxygen + glucose
2
Q
What is an endothermic reaction?
A
It means energy should transferred from the environment in some way
3
Q
Why do plants store starch rather than glucose?
A
Starch is insoluble
4
Q
Name 3 things that can affect the rate of photosynthesis
A
Light
Concentration of CO2
Temperature
Chlorophyll
5
Q
When will the 4 limiting factors of photosynthesis happen?
A
At night light is the limiting factor.
In winter the temperature
If it is warm and bright enough it will be CO2
Chlorophyll can be damaged by diseases and therefore reducing the amount of photosynthesis it can do
6
Q
What is the inverse square law?
A
Light intensity = 1/ distance squared
