Plant Biology Flashcards
1
Q
What is Photosynthesis?
A
Photosynthesis is the way plants make food from sunlight.
2
Q
Where does photosynthesis take place?
A
Inside Chloroplasts.
3
Q
What do Chloroplasts contain that absorbs light?
A
Chlorophyll.
4
Q
What is the equation for photosynthesis?
A
Carbon Dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen.
5
Q
What is the balanced equation for photosynthesis?
A
6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
6
Q
Why is Photosynthesis an Endothermic reaction?
A
It takes light energy in from the sun during the reaction.
7
Q
What are the three limiting factors of photosynthesis?
A
- Temperature
- Light
- CO2 levels.
