Transpiration

Question 1

What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into food?

Answer 1

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells, where chlorophyll captures sunlight.

Question 2

What are the two main inputs required for photosynthesis?

Answer 2

CO2 and H2O

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is absorbed from the atmosphere, and water (H2O) is taken up by the roots.

Question 3

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

Answer 3

Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is responsible for capturing light energy.

Question 4

What is produced as a result of photosynthesis?

Answer 4

Glucose and O2

Glucose serves as energy for the plant, while oxygen is released as a byproduct.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The process of photosynthesis primarily occurs in the _______.

Answer 5

chloroplasts

Question 6

True or False: Photosynthesis only occurs during the daytime.

Answer 6

True

Photosynthesis requires sunlight, thus it primarily occurs during the day.

Question 7

What form of energy do plants convert during photosynthesis?

Answer 7

Light energy

Light energy from the sun is converted into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

Question 8

What is the main carbohydrate produced by plants during photosynthesis?

Answer 8

Starch

Starch is stored in various plant tissues and can be used later for energy.

Question 9

What role do leaves play in photosynthesis?

Answer 9

They capture sunlight and exchange gases

Leaves have stomata that allow for gas exchange (CO2 in, O2 out).

Question 10

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Answer 10

6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

This equation represents the transformation of carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Chlorophyll gives plants their _______ color.

Answer 11

green