Photosynthesis Flashcards
Chlorophyll
Is the green chemical needed for photosynthesis
Chloroplasts
Chlorophyll is found in the chloroplasts of plant cells.
Photosynthesis is carried out
In all green parts of the plant-especially the leaves.
Chlorophyll traps light’s energy
And uses it to combine carbon dioxide and water, to form glucose and oxygen.
Phloem
Glucose travels around the plant in special cells called phloem
Stomata
Are the tiny pores on the surface of leaves.
The word equation for photosynthesis is:
Carbon dioxide + water light. Glucose + oxygen
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Chlorophyll
To test a leaf for starch
Boil water for 1 minute
Put leaf in methylated spirits
Rinse leaf
Place leaf on white tile and add iodine.
Photosynthesis
Is the process by which green plants make food.