Science Photosynthesis Flashcards

What is photosynthesis?

What is chlorophyll?

What are chloroplasts?

What is the equation for photosynthesis?

What is the equation for respiration?

What kind of energy transformation occurs during photosynthesis?

What are the organelles that use sunlight to produce food in the process of photosynthesis?

Which substances are needed to make food in plants?

What does the process of photosynthesis produce?

Which of the following is provided directly by the sun to plants for photosynthesis?

What is the process of producing food in plants known as?

Photosynthesis could not occur without which of the following?

During photosynthesis, producers convert energy from the sun into __________.

In photosynthesis, plant cells use __________ to trap light energy and produce glucose.

Photosynthesis Overview

Photosynthesis is the process where plants convert water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight into glucose and oxygen.
Chemical equation: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂, representing the reactants and products of the process.

Key Components

Chlorophyll is a pigment that gives leaves their green color and plays a crucial role in absorbing light energy.
Chloroplasts are specialized organelles within plant cells that contain chlorophyll and are essential for the photosynthesis process.

Energy Transformations

Photosynthesis transforms light energy from the sun into chemical energy stored in glucose.
This chemical energy serves as food for the plants and is a critical component of the plant's energy cycle.

Essential Inputs

Key substances required for photosynthesis: water (H₂O) and carbon dioxide (CO₂).
Without sunlight, the photosynthesis process cannot occur, highlighting the sun's vital role as an energy source.

Products of Photosynthesis

The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆), which serves as energy storage, and oxygen (O₂), a byproduct released into the atmosphere.

Respiration Contrast

The respiration equation contrasts with photosynthesis: (CH₂O) + O₂ → CO₂ + H₂O + Energy, showing how organisms utilize glucose for energy.

Summary of Photosynthesis Effects

Photosynthesis converts solar energy into chemical energy, allowing plants to produce their food while also contributing oxygen to the environment.
Producers (like plants) are essential in ecosystems as they create energy that fuels other organisms through the food chain.

Test your knowledge of photosynthesis with these flashcards! Learn key terms like chlorophyll and chloroplast, and understand the process plants use to convert sunlight into energy. This quiz is perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of plant biology.