Photosynthesis - Science Flashcards
what is the formula for photo synthesis?
carbon dioxide + water ➜ glucose + oxygen
Why do leaves have a large surface area?
They have a large surface area to maximise the amount of sunlight they can absorb.
why are leaves thin?
Leaves are thin, allowing easy diffusion of gases into and out of the leaf.
Why are leaves green?
They are green because they contain lots of chlorophyll to absorb sunlight
What is the use of photosynthesis?
To collect a plant’s food.
What are the reactants of photosynthesis?
carbon dioxide and water
water enters the plant through the _______.
roots.
what are the products of photosynthesis?
glucose and oxygen
what are leaves for?
The main function of a leaf is to carry out photosynthesis, which provides the plant with the food it needs to survive.
What is chlorophyll and what does it do?
Chlorophyll is the green pigment that absorbs sunlight.
