10 Questions
What part of the plant is most active in photosynthesis?
Mesophyll in the leaves
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
Absorbing red and blue light
Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum has a high energy content?
Short wavelength (high-frequency) light
What happens when chlorophyll molecules absorb blue light?
They undergo photochemistry causing chemical reactions
What is the nature of light particles in photosynthesis?
Particles called photons containing quanta of energy
What is the main source of energy for the process of photosynthesis?
Sunlight
According to the First Law of Thermodynamics, what happens to the amount of energy in the universe?
It remains constant
What is the primary function of chloroplasts in the process of photosynthesis?
Conversion of sunlight to chemical energy
In which part of the electromagnetic spectrum is sunlight converted to chemical energy during photosynthesis?
Visible portion
What is the ultimate result of the energy stored in carbon compounds produced through photosynthesis?
Energy for cellular processes
Test your knowledge on the energy flow in living systems, with a focus on how sunlight is converted to chemical energy through photosynthesis and the application of the Laws of Thermodynamics in plants.
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