Photosynthesis Lab Flashcards
1
Q
Why is it important to boil the leaf?
A
This breaks the cell membrane
2
Q
Explain why it is necessary to use boiling alcohol?
A
To remove chlorophyll from the plant
3
Q
What is the purpose of iodine?
A
To be able to identify the starch
4
Q
What does soda lime do in the photosynthesis lab?
A
Removes co2
5
Q
What does Sodium hydrogen do in the photosynthesis lab?
A
Adds co2 to the air
6
Q
- Why were the plants kept in the dark prior to the experiment?
A
Removes any starch on leaf because so photosynthesis is happening
