Photosynthesis Overview

Question and Answer flashcards covering the definition, location, components, equation, and significance of photosynthesis.

What is photosynthesis?

The process by which green plants convert light energy into chemical energy, producing glucose and oxygen.

Where in plant cells does photosynthesis occur?

In the chloroplasts.

Which pigment is responsible for absorbing sunlight during photosynthesis?

Chlorophyll.

What are the main reactants (raw materials) used in photosynthesis?

Carbon dioxide and water (with light energy).

What are the main products of photosynthesis?

Glucose and oxygen.

What is the simplified chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Carbon dioxide + Water + Light energy → Glucose + Oxygen.

Why is photosynthesis crucial for life on Earth?

It produces oxygen for respiration and forms the base of the food chain.