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The Magic of Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize food, primarily occurring in chloroplasts with the help of chlorophyll. The basic equation for photosynthesis is carbon dioxide + water + light energy → glucose + oxygen, making it essential for life on Earth as it provides oxygen and organic compounds. Factors such as light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, and temperature influence the rate of photosynthesis.

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The Magic of Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize food, primarily occurring in chloroplasts with the help of chlorophyll. The basic equation for photosynthesis is carbon dioxide + water + light energy → glucose + oxygen, making it essential for life on Earth as it provides oxygen and organic compounds. Factors such as light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, and temperature influence the rate of photosynthesis.

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The Magic of Photosynthesis

What is Photosynthesis?

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use
sunlight to synthesise foods with the help of chlorophyll.
It primarily occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

The Role of Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures light energy from the sun.
It plays a crucial role in converting solar energy into chemical energy during
photosynthesis.

The Photosynthesis Equation

The basic equation for photosynthesis is: carbon dioxide + water + light energy → glucose +
oxygen.
This equation summarises how plants convert light energy into chemical energy stored in
glucose.

Importance of Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is essential for the survival of most life on Earth as it provides oxygen and
organic compounds.
It is the foundation of the food chain, supporting life by producing energy-rich compounds.

Factors Affecting Photosynthesis

Light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, and temperature are key factors that
influence the rate of photosynthesis.
Optimal conditions are necessary for efficient photosynthesis to occur.

Questions

Q1 What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

C6H12O6 + 6H2O → 6CO2 + 6O2


6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2
6CO2 + 6O2 → C6H12O6 + 6H2O
C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O
Q2 ______________ is the process plants use to make food.

Q3 Which factor does not directly affect the rate of photosynthesis?

Light intensity
Temperature
Soil type
Carbon dioxide concentration

Q4 Which process in photosynthesis involves the splitting of water molecules?

Calvin cycle
Photolysis
Glycolysis
Krebs cycle

Q5 Which cycle is responsible for the synthesis of glucose in photosynthesis?

Krebs cycle
Citric acid cycle
Glycolysis
Calvin cycle

Q6 Photosynthesis helps ________ atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.

Q7 What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

Used for plant respiration


Released into the atmosphere
Stored in the roots
Converted into glucose

Q8 What are the main products of photosynthesis?

Water and carbon dioxide


Oxygen and nitrogen
Glucose and carbon dioxide
Glucose and oxygen
Q9 Why are leaves typically green?

Leaves absorb all colours


Chlorophyll reflects green light
Leaves reflect all colours
Chlorophyll absorbs green light

Q10 What is the role of NADP+ in photosynthesis?

Energy source
Gas exchange facilitator
Electron carrier
Pigment

Q11 What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis in plants?

To create heat energy for warmth


To produce oxygen for animals
To absorb carbon dioxide from the air
To convert light energy into chemical energy

Q12 Light-independent reactions, or the Calvin cycle, occur in the ______.

Q13 ______ produced during photosynthesis is released into the atmosphere.

Q14 Which organelle in plant cells is responsible for photosynthesis?

Nucleus
Mitochondria
Chloroplast
Ribosome

Q15 ________ is the energy source for photosynthesis.

Q16 What is the initial source of energy for photosynthesis?

Water
Glucose
Oxygen
Sunlight
Q17 Light-dependent reactions occur in the _________ membranes.

Q18 ___________ is the green pigment essential for photosynthesis.

Q19 Plants store excess glucose as ______.

Q20 Which gas is absorbed by plants during photosynthesis?

Oxygen
Carbon dioxide
Hydrogen
Nitrogen

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