Photosynthesis Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is the primary process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
Photosynthesis
True or False: Photosynthesis occurs only in plants.
False
What are the main ingredients needed for photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight
Fill in the blank: The overall equation for photosynthesis is _____ + _____ + sunlight → glucose + oxygen.
carbon dioxide, water
Which organelle in plant cells is responsible for photosynthesis?
Chloroplast
What pigment is primarily responsible for capturing light energy in plants?
Chlorophyll
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a byproduct of photosynthesis? A) Carbon Dioxide B) Glucose C) Oxygen D) Water
C) Oxygen
What stage of photosynthesis occurs in the thylakoid membranes?
Light-dependent reactions
What is produced during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?
ATP and NADPH
True or False: The light-independent reactions are also known as the Calvin cycle.
True
What is the main purpose of the Calvin cycle?
To convert carbon dioxide into glucose
Fill in the blank: Photosynthesis can be summarized in the equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → _____ + 6O2.
C6H12O6
What role does water play in photosynthesis?
It provides electrons and protons
Which gas is taken in by plants during photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide
Multiple choice: What is the main sugar produced during photosynthesis? A) Fructose B) Sucrose C) Glucose D) Galactose
C) Glucose
What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?
It produces oxygen and organic compounds for other organisms.
Fill in the blank: The light-dependent reactions convert solar energy into _____ energy.
chemical
True or False: Photosynthesis occurs in the roots of plants.
False
What is the function of NADPH in photosynthesis?
It acts as a reducing agent in the Calvin cycle.
What type of light do chlorophyll molecules primarily absorb?
Blue and red light
Multiple choice: In which part of the chloroplast does the Calvin cycle take place? A) Thylakoid B) Stroma C) Inner membrane D) Outer membrane
B) Stroma
What is the role of ATP in photosynthesis?
It provides energy for the Calvin cycle.
Fill in the blank: The ___________________ produced during photosynthesis is essential for cellular respiration in animals.
glucose
True or False: All plants perform photosynthesis.
False