Questions and Answers
Which of the following are reactants in light independent reactions?
What are the products of light dependent reactions?
Where do the light dependent reactions occur?
Grana/thylakoids of chloroplasts
Where do the light independent reactions occur?
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The formula for photosynthesis is ______.
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Study Notes
Light Independent Reactions
- Reactants include ATP, NADPH, and carbon dioxide (CO2).
- Products formed are adenosine diphosphate (ADP), NADP+, and glucose.
Light Dependent Reactions
- Reactants consist of light energy, water, ADP, and NADPH.
- Products generated include oxygen (O2), ATP, and NADPH.
Locations of Light Dependent Reactions
- Occur in the grana or thylakoids of chloroplasts, where light energy is captured.
Locations of Light Independent Reactions
- Take place in the stroma of chloroplasts, utilizing the products of the light-dependent reactions.
Photosynthesis Formula
- The overall equation for photosynthesis is:
- 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
- This outlines the transformation of carbon dioxide and water in the presence of light into glucose and oxygen.
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Description
Explore the intricate processes of photosynthesis, focusing on the light-dependent and light-independent reactions. Understand the role of reactants and products involved in these reactions and their respective locations within chloroplasts. Test your knowledge on the overall photosynthesis equation.
