chlorophyll and chloroplasts Flashcards
1
Q
where does photosynthesis take place?
A
In the stems and leaves of green plants
2
Q
why are they in the stems and leaves of green plants
A
The stems and leaves of green plants have a specialized cell that contains tiny structures.
3
Q
what are these structures called?
A
it is called a chloroplast.
4
Q
what gives plants its green color?
A
chlorophyll has an intricate chemical formula that gives plants its green color.
5
Q
what is the function of chlorophyll
A
It is to absorb light energy and transfer it to chemical potential energy.
