Photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What are five ways leaves are adapted to photosynthesis?
A
- A large surface area
- Thin, keeping the diffusion distance short
- Numerous stomata for gaseous exchange
- An arrangement of leaves on the plant that minimises overlapping
- A transparent cuticle
2
Q
What is a photosynthetic pigment?
A
A coloured compound that is present in chloroplasts and photosynthetic bacteria.
3
Q
Describe the Light Dependent Reaction.
A
4
Q
Describe the Light Independent Reaction
A
- CO2 binds to RuBP to form GP
- GP
5
Q
Name the three products of the Calvin Cycle that are passed back into the reaction.
A
6
Q
Name the product of the Calvin Cycle used in other processes.
A
Triose Phosphate
7
Q
What is the law of limiting factors?
A
8
Q
What are three factors that can limit the rate of photosynthesis?
A
- Light intensity
- Temperature
- CO2 Concentration
