Photosynthesis Reactants Quiz & Flashcards for Study

Study Notes

Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

Reactants of photosynthesis include water, light, and carbon dioxide.
Products of photosynthesis are oxygen and glucose.
Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts, the organelle responsible for converting light energy into chemical energy.

Cellular Respiration

Cellular respiration utilizes oxygen and glucose as reactants.
ATP, water, and carbon dioxide are the products of cellular respiration.
Cellular respiration takes place in mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell.

Biological Processes

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants produce food using sunlight.
Cellular respiration converts sugar into ATP, providing energy for cellular functions.
Digestion breaks down food into smaller molecules for absorption and utilization.

Molecular Movement and Transport

Synthesis refers to the creation of large molecules by joining smaller ones.
Active transport involves moving molecules across a cell membrane against their concentration gradient.
Diffusion describes the passive movement of molecules through a cell membrane from areas of high concentration to low concentration.
Osmosis is the specific process through which water molecules pass through a semipermeable membrane.

Carbon Usage in Plants

Carbon produced by green plants is not excreted as waste during the day, as it can be used in photosynthesis.

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Test your knowledge of the reactants and products of photosynthesis with these flashcards. Learn about the role of water, light, carbon dioxide, and the organelles involved in this vital process. Perfect for biology students looking to reinforce their understanding of photosynthesis.