Photosynthesis

Question 1

Where does photosynthesis happen

Answer 1

It occurs in the chloroplasts of leaf cells

Question 2

Why does photosynthesis happen in the chloroplasts?

Answer 2

Chloroplasts containing the green pigment chlorophyll transfer energy from the sun to power the reaction

Question 3

What is photosynthesis

Answer 3

Photosynthesis is the process of plants making food

Question 4

Function of epidermis

Answer 4

Allows light through to the palisade for photosynthesis, also the waxy layer reduces water from evaporating

Question 5

Function of the palisade layer

Answer 5

Contains cells packed with chloroplasts so that photosynthesis can take place

Question 6

Function of the spongy layer

Answer 6

Contains air spaces for gases to diffuse throughout the leaf

Question 7

Function of the stoma

Answer 7

Tiny holes under the leaf that let carbon dioxide in, while oxygen and water vapour and sent out

Question 8

Function of the guard cells

Answer 8

Open and close the stomata

Question 9

Word equation of photosynthesis

Answer 9

Carbon dioxide + water —–> glucose + oxygen