10 Questions
What process transforms light energy into chemical energy in green plants?
Photosynthesis
Which of the following is a product of photosynthesis?
Oxygen
What would happen if photosynthesis ceased on Earth?
Decrease in oxygen levels
What is the role of chemosynthetic bacteria in the absence of photosynthesis?
Convert inorganic compounds into energy
What is responsible for the energy found in fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas?
Photosynthesis from millions of years ago
Where were the remains of green plants and small organisms deposited to form fossil fuels?
Earth’s crust
Which organisms would be the only ones able to exist if photosynthesis ceased?
Chemosynthetic bacteria
Apart from providing energy, what other use do fossil fuels have?
Raw material for plastics
What happens to organic remains deposited in Earth's crust over time?
They are protected from oxidation and slowly convert to fossil fuels
What would occur if green plants and small organisms did not increase faster than they were consumed?
Rapid depletion of fossil fuels
Test your knowledge on photosynthesis, the vital process through which green plants and organisms convert light energy into chemical energy. Learn about the conversion of water, carbon dioxide, and minerals into oxygen and energy-rich compounds, and understand the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth.
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