respiration and photosythesis Flashcards

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photosythesis

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Photosynthesis is a chemical reaction that takes place in the chloroplasts.in green plant cells, where light energy
is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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what is word equation for photosythesis

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carbon dioxide + water = glucose and oxygen with the help of light energy and chlorophyll - C6H12O2

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How are leaves designed to maximize photosynthesis?

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Leaves are wide and flat -to create a large surface area and absorb as much light as possible.
Leaves are thin so gases can reach cells easily.
Leaves have lots of veins to carry water to the cells and carry glucose away.
Leaves have holes, called stomata, on their underside through which gases move in and out.

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Aerobic Respiration equation

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glucose+ oxygen = carbon dioxide + water + energy or C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O

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