Photosynthesis Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
where does photosynthesis take place?
A
in leaves, specifically the chloroplasts that contain chlorophyll
2
Q
what is the equation for photosynthesis?
A
(light)
carbon dioxide + water = glucose + oxygen
3
Q
what are the 4 factors that affect photosynthesis?
A
chlorophyll, light intensity, carbon dioxide levels, temperature
4
Q
describe what the light intensity and carbon dioxide graphs would look like
A
the rate increases to a certain extent, until it plateaus, suggesting something else is limiting it
5
Q
describe what the temperature graph would look like
A
it rises initially until its optimum, starting to drop and enzymes become denatured
6
Q
explain why farmers use greenhouses
A
-traps suns heat
-provides artificial light
-pump in carbon dioxide for heat
-enclosed space
