Photosynthesis Flashcards
Where does photosynthesis take place?
In the chloroplast.
That are the two main parts of Photosynthesis?
The light dependent and light independent reactions.
Where does the light dependent reaction take place?
In the thylakoid membranes
Where does the light dependent reaction get its energy?
from light energy absorbed by chlorophyll
What are the reactants of the light dependent reaction?
water
What are the products of the light dependent reaction?
NADPH and ATP
O2 is released as a waster product.
Where does the light independent reaction take place?
in the stroma
Where does the light independent reaction get its energy?
The NADPH and ATP produced during the light dependent reaction
What are the reactants of the light independent reaction?
CO2
What are the products of the light independent reaction?
glucose C6H12O6
What is the purpose of photosynthesis?
To capture sunlight energy and convert to chemical energy
Does photosynthesis provide a plant with energy?
No, it provides it with glucose that can then be processed by cellular respiration that creates ATP.
