Unit 6: Plants and Their Structures Flashcards
What is the equation for photosynthesis in words?
Carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen.
How does light intensity affect photosynthesis?
It increases the rate until another factor becomes limiting.
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
It absorbs light energy for the process.
Why does photosynthesis stop at very high temperatures?
Enzymes involved become denatured.
What are stomata?
Pores on the leaf surface that allow gas exchange.
What are the products of photosynthesis?
Glucose and oxygen.
Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?
In the chloroplasts of leaf cells.
What factor besides light can limit photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide concentration.
How do plants store excess glucose?
As starch.
What is the purpose of the waxy cuticle on leaves?
To reduce water loss.
