photosynthesis Flashcards

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What is the formula for photosynthesis

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6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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2
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How is ATP synthesised

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Condensation reaction between ADP and Pi
ATP synthase catalyses this reaction

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how do coenzymes work and what are some examples

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transfer chemical groups from one molecule to another
NAD, coenzyme A and FAD

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what is the light dependent reaction

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occurs in thylakoid membrane
light absorbed by chlorophyll excite electrons (photoionisation)
H20 is oxidised to O2

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5
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what is the light independent reaction

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also called Calvin cycle
doesn’t use light
occurs in stroma

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6
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how are carbohydrates formed

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two triose phosphate molecules are joined together

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7
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what are limiting reagents in photosynthesis

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c02 concentration
temperature
light intensity

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8
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how can you investigate the different pigments in leaves

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use chromatography

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9
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what does NADP do

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acts as an electron acceptor

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10
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what is photoionisation

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breaking down water

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