Photosynthesis

Question 1

How is starch made?

Answer 1

• By joining together thousands of glucose molecules

Question 2

What happens when starch is broken down?

Answer 2

• It is broken down in digestion which glucose is released and can be used for respiration

Question 3

What do plant cells need?

Answer 3

• To respire and a supply of glucose

Question 4

What is the equation for photosynthesis?

Answer 4

• Carbon Dioxide + Water = Glucose + Oxygen

Question 5

Do plants store glucose?

Answer 5

• Yes, they make as carbohydrates like starch

Question 6

What is ‘Photosynthesis’?

Answer 6

• A complex series of enzyme catalysed reactions which occurs inside cells organells called chloroplasts

Question 7

What is the energy source for photosynthesis?

Answer 7

• Light, which is absorbed by a green substance inside chloroplasts called chlorophyll

Question 8

What would happen if there was no chlorophyll present?

Answer 8

• Photosynthesis could not occur

Question 9

So, what is chlorophyll used for?

Answer 9

• It transfers the light energy and the stored chemical energy in glucose