Photosynthesis (B10.2) Flashcards
1
Q
what is photosynthesis?
A
They take carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use energy from sunlight to reduce it to form carbohydrates carried out by green plants and some bacteria
2
Q
what is the word equation for photosynthesis?
A
carbon dioxide + water -> glucose + oxygen
3
Q
what happens to sugars (glucose) formed?
A
they are converted into starch for storage, or other carbohydrates such as cellulose, or used as the starting material to make fats and proteins.
