Lab: Photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two parts of photosynthesis?
A
Light reaction and dark reaction
2
Q
What is the equation for photosynthesis?
A
6CO2 + 12H2O —-> C6H12O6 + 6H2O + 6O2
3
Q
What occurs during the light reaction?
A
chlorophyll absorbs light energy and converts it into chemical energy, ATP and NADPH
4
Q
What occurs during the dark reaction?
A
ATP and NADPH, along with CO2, are used to make the six-carbon sugar, Glucose.
