nutrition Photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
what is photosynthesis and what is the process
A
process of a green plant making its own food
happens in chloroplasts
2
Q
what is the balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis
A
6CO2+6H2O—> C6H12O6+6O2
3
Q
what is the function of chlorophyll
A
transfers light energy to chemical
4
Q
what are the limiting factors of photosynthesis
A
temperature
carbon dioxide
light intensity
5
Q
what mineral ions does a plant absorb and how
A
magnesium and nitrate
by active transport
6
Q
what do magnesium and nitrate do.
A
magnesium - helps manufacture chlorophyll
nitrate - helps manufacture proteins.
