Photosynthesis Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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what type of reaction is photosynthesis?
A
An endothermic reaction
2
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What do plants use it for?
A
Plants use it to create their own food
3
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How is light energy absorbed?
A
Light energy is absorbed through the chloropyll in chloroplasts
4
Q
what is the formula for photosynthesis?
A
carbon dioxide + water = glucose + oxygen
5
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What are the five uses of glucose and why?
A
- build glucose up into cellulose - strengthen cell walls
- converts glucose into starch - stores for energy
- helps plants to respire
- use to make amino acids - use as enzymes
- energy from respiration turns into lipids - used as energy stores
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