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What is the first step in preparing leaf pigments?
What is the first step in preparing leaf pigments?
- Weigh 2 grams of leaves
- Quickly immerse leaves in water (correct)
- Grind leaves with absolute acetone
- Blot the leaves with towel tissue
What should be the depth of the solvent in the chromatography paper during the separation of pigments?
What should be the depth of the solvent in the chromatography paper during the separation of pigments?
- 5 mm
- 20 mm
- 15 mm (correct)
- 10 mm
Which step should be performed after grinding the leaf pieces with acetone?
Which step should be performed after grinding the leaf pieces with acetone?
- Transfer them directly into the chromatography chamber
- Make a spot on chromatography paper with the extract (correct)
- Allow them to dry without further processing
- Add water to dilute the extract
What should be ensured regarding the spot of extract when placing the chromatography paper in the chamber?
What should be ensured regarding the spot of extract when placing the chromatography paper in the chamber?
What is the recommended method for ensuring the chromatograph is undisturbed during the experiment?
What is the recommended method for ensuring the chromatograph is undisturbed during the experiment?
What is the primary function of pigments in plants?
What is the primary function of pigments in plants?
Which pigment primarily absorbs red and blue wavelengths of light?
Which pigment primarily absorbs red and blue wavelengths of light?
What role do carotenoids primarily play in plants?
What role do carotenoids primarily play in plants?
Which pigment is responsible for the red to blue coloration depending on pH?
Which pigment is responsible for the red to blue coloration depending on pH?
What function do anthocyanins serve in plants besides attracting pollinators?
What function do anthocyanins serve in plants besides attracting pollinators?
Which of the following is NOT a primary pigment found in plants?
Which of the following is NOT a primary pigment found in plants?
Which of the following statements about xanthophylls is accurate?
Which of the following statements about xanthophylls is accurate?
What is a secondary function of carotenoids in addition to helping with photosynthesis?
What is a secondary function of carotenoids in addition to helping with photosynthesis?
What is the main purpose of photosynthesis in plants?
What is the main purpose of photosynthesis in plants?
Which of the following is NOT a major event in the process of photosynthesis?
Which of the following is NOT a major event in the process of photosynthesis?
Where within the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?
Where within the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?
What type of molecules are produced through photosynthesis?
What type of molecules are produced through photosynthesis?
Which form of carbohydrate is used by plants for long-term energy storage?
Which form of carbohydrate is used by plants for long-term energy storage?
What is the role of stomata in plants?
What is the role of stomata in plants?
What characterizes glucose as a carbohydrate?
What characterizes glucose as a carbohydrate?
In the photosynthesis equation, what do the 6CO2 and 6H2O represent?
In the photosynthesis equation, what do the 6CO2 and 6H2O represent?
What is the formula to calculate the Rf value in chromatography?
What is the formula to calculate the Rf value in chromatography?
What role does the solvent play in the chromatography process?
What role does the solvent play in the chromatography process?
Which of the following materials is NOT required for the chromatography procedure?
Which of the following materials is NOT required for the chromatography procedure?
During the chromatography experiment, how high should the loading spot be from the solvent level?
During the chromatography experiment, how high should the loading spot be from the solvent level?
Why do smaller pigment molecules travel faster than larger ones during chromatography?
Why do smaller pigment molecules travel faster than larger ones during chromatography?
What is the purpose of repeating the drop of pigment extract multiple times on the chromatography paper?
What is the purpose of repeating the drop of pigment extract multiple times on the chromatography paper?
At what point should the chromatographic strip be removed from the chamber?
At what point should the chromatographic strip be removed from the chamber?
What signifies that the pigments have been successfully separated?
What signifies that the pigments have been successfully separated?
What is the primary reason that plants appear green?
What is the primary reason that plants appear green?
Which reaction involves the loss of electrons or the gain of oxygen?
Which reaction involves the loss of electrons or the gain of oxygen?
How does light intensity affect the rate of photosynthesis?
How does light intensity affect the rate of photosynthesis?
Which factor does NOT negatively affect photosynthesis when it becomes excessive?
Which factor does NOT negatively affect photosynthesis when it becomes excessive?
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
Which of the following statements about pigments is true?
Which of the following statements about pigments is true?
What happens to the rate of photosynthesis when temperature is low?
What happens to the rate of photosynthesis when temperature is low?
What is necessary for photosynthesis to occur?
What is necessary for photosynthesis to occur?
Study Notes
Photosynthesis Overview
- Anabolic, endergonic process using CO2 and light energy to produce glucose and O2.
- Photosynthesis equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O + sunlight → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
- Three main events:
- Conversion of sunlight to chemical energy.
- Splitting of water into oxygen.
- Fixation of carbon dioxide into sugars.
Glucose in Plants
- Glucose serves as energy for various chemical reactions.
- Can be converted into polysaccharides, such as cellulose and starch.
- Cellulose provides structural support in cell walls, while starch acts as a long-term energy storage.
Location of Photosynthesis
- Takes place in plant leaves, specifically:
- Stoma: pores for gas exchange.
- Mesophyll cells: where chloroplasts are located.
Role of Chloroplasts
- Chloroplasts are the organelles responsible for photosynthesis.
- Contain structures like thylakoids and stroma essential for light absorption and energy conversion.
Why Plants are Green
- Chlorophyll in thylakoid membranes absorbs blue and red wavelengths, reflecting green light.
- Green color indicates the reflection of unabsorbed wavelengths.
Redox Reactions
- Involves transfer of electrons. Two types:
- Oxidation: loss of electrons or gain of oxygen.
- Reduction: gain of electrons or loss of oxygen.
Factors Affecting Photosynthesis
- Light Intensity: Increased light leads to higher photosynthesis rates.
- Carbon Dioxide Concentration: More CO2 enhances photosynthesis.
- Temperature:
- Low temperatures reduce the rate.
- Higher temperatures increase it until a threshold is exceeded.
Plant Pigments
- Pigments are molecules absorbing specific light wavelengths.
- Main pigments in plants:
- Chlorophyll: absorbs red and blue light, reflects green.
- Carotenoids: red, orange, or yellow pigments acting as accessory pigments.
- Xanthophylls: oxidized carotenes that do not absorb energy.
- Anthocyanins: water-soluble pigments appearing red to blue depending on pH.
- Betalins: red or yellow pigments synthesized from tyrosine.
Roles of Different Pigments
- Chlorophyll captures light for photosynthesis.
- Carotenoids absorb wavelengths not captured by chlorophyll and have antioxidant roles.
- Anthocyanins attract pollinators, repel pests, and protect against environmental stress.
- Xanthophylls and betalins contribute color and have protective functions.
Chromatography of Pigments
- Technique used to separate and identify chloroplast pigments based on their molecular size and mobility.
- Involves grinding plant leaves, applying the extract to a filter paper, and using a solvent to carry pigments up the paper.
- Different pigments separate by moving at varying distances, allowing for visual identification and analysis.
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of photosynthesis, including its key processes and the chemical equations involved. Discover how light energy is transformed into chemical energy through this essential biological process. Test your knowledge on the significance and mechanisms of photosynthesis.
