Photosynthesis Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
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What is the primary process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

A

Photosynthesis

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2
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True or False: Photosynthesis occurs only in plants.

A

False

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3
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What are the main ingredients needed for photosynthesis?

A

Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight

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4
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Fill in the blank: The overall equation for photosynthesis is _____ + _____ + sunlight → glucose + oxygen.

A

carbon dioxide, water

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5
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Which organelle in plant cells is responsible for photosynthesis?

A

Chloroplast

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6
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What pigment is primarily responsible for capturing light energy in plants?

A

Chlorophyll

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7
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a byproduct of photosynthesis? A) Carbon Dioxide B) Glucose C) Oxygen D) Water

A

C) Oxygen

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8
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What stage of photosynthesis occurs in the thylakoid membranes?

A

Light-dependent reactions

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9
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What is produced during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?

A

ATP and NADPH

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10
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True or False: The light-independent reactions are also known as the Calvin cycle.

A

True

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11
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What is the main purpose of the Calvin cycle?

A

To convert carbon dioxide into glucose

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12
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Fill in the blank: Photosynthesis can be summarized in the equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → _____ + 6O2.

A

C6H12O6

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13
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What role does water play in photosynthesis?

A

It provides electrons and protons

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14
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Which gas is taken in by plants during photosynthesis?

A

Carbon dioxide

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15
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Multiple choice: What is the main sugar produced during photosynthesis? A) Fructose B) Sucrose C) Glucose D) Galactose

A

C) Glucose

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16
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What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

A

It produces oxygen and organic compounds for other organisms.

17
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Fill in the blank: The light-dependent reactions convert solar energy into _____ energy.

18
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True or False: Photosynthesis occurs in the roots of plants.

19
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What is the function of NADPH in photosynthesis?

A

It acts as a reducing agent in the Calvin cycle.

20
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What type of light do chlorophyll molecules primarily absorb?

A

Blue and red light

21
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Multiple choice: In which part of the chloroplast does the Calvin cycle take place? A) Thylakoid B) Stroma C) Inner membrane D) Outer membrane

22
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What is the role of ATP in photosynthesis?

A

It provides energy for the Calvin cycle.

23
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Fill in the blank: The ___________________ produced during photosynthesis is essential for cellular respiration in animals.

24
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True or False: All plants perform photosynthesis.

25
What is photolysis in the context of photosynthesis?
The splitting of water molecules using light energy.
26
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a product of photosynthesis? A) Glucose B) Oxygen C) Carbon Dioxide D) ATP
C) Carbon Dioxide
27
What environmental factors can affect the rate of photosynthesis?
Light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, and temperature.
28
True or False: Photosynthesis is an endothermic process.
True
29
What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis in plants?
To convert light energy into chemical energy.
30
Fill in the blank: The main product of the Calvin cycle is _____.
glucose