Photosynthesis Part 3 Flashcards

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What is the primary function of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose

Photosynthesis is essential for producing oxygen and organic compounds used by living organisms.

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What are the requirements for photosynthesis?

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  • Carbon dioxide
  • Water
  • Radiant energy/light energy
  • Chlorophyll
  • Enzymes

These components are necessary for the process to occur efficiently.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Inside the chloroplast

The chloroplast is an organelle unique to plant cells.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment found inside chloroplasts

Chlorophyll plays a crucial role in absorbing light energy.

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What is the role of water in photosynthesis?

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Absorbed from soil by the roots of plants

Water is a key reactant in the photosynthesis process.

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What gas is released as a product of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

Oxygen is released back into the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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What carbohydrate is formed as a result of photosynthesis?

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Glucose

Glucose can be converted and stored as starch in plants or glycogen in animals.

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What is the structure of a chloroplast?

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  • Thylakoid
  • Granum
  • Stroma
  • Double membrane
  • Lamella
  • Chloroplast DNA

These structures are crucial for the function of chloroplasts.

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Fill in the blank: _______ diffuses into the leaves of plants during photosynthesis.

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Carbon dioxide

Carbon dioxide is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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True or False: Enzymes are found inside chloroplasts.

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True

Enzymes facilitate the biochemical reactions in photosynthesis.

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What is the role of radiant energy in photosynthesis?

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Absorbed from the sun by leaves of plants

This energy is essential for converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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