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What is photosynthesis?
Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.
What are the main components needed for photosynthesis?
The main components needed for photosynthesis are sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.
What is the formula for photosynthesis?
The general equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
What is chlorophyll?
Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.
How does light intensity affect the rate of photosynthesis?
As light intensity increases, the rate of photosynthesis typically increases until a certain point, after which it levels off.
What role does carbon dioxide play in photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide is used by plants during photosynthesis to produce glucose and oxygen.
What are the products of photosynthesis?
The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).
How does temperature affect the rate of photosynthesis?
The rate of photosynthesis increases with temperature up to an optimal point, beyond which it may decrease due to enzyme denaturation.
What is the light-dependent reaction of photosynthesis?
Light-dependent reactions are the first stage of photosynthesis where light energy is converted into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH) in the thylakoid membranes.
What is the light-independent reaction (Calvin cycle) in photosynthesis?
The light-independent reactions, or Calvin cycle, use ATP and NADPH to convert carbon dioxide into glucose in the chloroplasts.
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