Conditions needed for photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
Water
A
is absorbed from the soil by the roots
2
Q
Carbon dioxide
A
diffuses into the leaf from the air through the stomata.
3
Q
Sunlight energy
A
is absorbed by the chlorophyll in chloroplasts.
4
Q
Chlorophyll
A
the green pigment that is present in chloroplasts.
5
Q
Enzymes
A
are present in chloroplasts.
6
Q
A suitable temperature
A
between about 5 °C and 40 °C so that enzymes can function.
7
Q
Certain mineral ions
A
indirectly required since they are needed for plants to manufacture chlorophyll, e.g. magnesium (Mg2+), iron (Fe3+) and nitrate (NO3−) ions.
8
Q
Conditions nece for photosynthesis to occur
A
Water
Carbon dioxide
Sunlight energy
Chlorophyll present in the cell
Certain mineral ions
Enzymes
A suitable temperature
