Photosynthesis:

Question 1

What is chlorophyll?

Answer 1

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in most plants.

Question 2

What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

Answer 2

It helps plants make their own food through photosynthesis.

Question 3

How does chlorophyll contribute to energy conversion?

Answer 3

It absorbs energy from light waves, which convert into chemical energy.

Question 4

What forms of chemical energy are produced in photosynthesis?

Answer 4

This chemical energy is in the form of ATP and NADPH.

Question 5

What is the word equation for photosynthesis?

Answer 5

C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O

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Question 6

How does photosynthesis contribute to ecosystems?

Answer 6

It provides energy for nearly all ecosystems.

Question 7

Describe the flow of energy in an ecosystem starting from plants.

Answer 7

Plants (Producers) grow and provide food for herbivores (Primary consumers), which are then eaten by Secondary consumers, followed by Apex predators. When apex predators die, they provide nutrients to decomposers, which in turn enrich the soil for Producers.