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Which process do plants use to make their food?
Which process do plants use to make their food?
What is the meaning of the word 'photosynthesis'?
What is the meaning of the word 'photosynthesis'?
What are the tiny openings in the leaves of plants called?
What are the tiny openings in the leaves of plants called?
What are the three main components required for photosynthesis?
What are the three main components required for photosynthesis?
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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?
What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?
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Study Notes
Photosynthesis Overview
- Plants create their own food through a process known as photosynthesis.
- Photosynthesis is derived from Greek, meaning "light" (photo) and "putting together" (synthesis).
Leaf Structure
- Tiny openings in plant leaves, called stomata, facilitate gas exchange during photosynthesis.
Key Components of Photosynthesis
- Three main components required for photosynthesis include:
- Carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere.
- Water (H2O) absorbed by the roots.
- Sunlight, which provides the energy necessary for the reaction.
Role of Sunlight
- Sunlight is essential as it energizes chlorophyll, the pigment in plants, to convert CO2 and H2O into glucose and oxygen.
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Test your knowledge about photosynthesis and learn how plants convert sunlight into food.
