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Where are stomata typically found in a leaf?
Where are stomata typically found in a leaf?
- Around the veins
- Within the mesophyll layer
- On the upper epidermis
- On the lower epidermis (correct)
What is the main function of stomata?
What is the main function of stomata?
- Absorb sunlight for energy
- Control water loss from the leaf
- Regulate gas exchange for photosynthesis (correct)
- Transport nutrients throughout the plant
In which part of the leaf do the light reactions of photosynthesis occur?
In which part of the leaf do the light reactions of photosynthesis occur?
- Guard cells
- Thylakoid membrane (correct)
- Stroma
- Upper epidermis
What is the role of ATP synthase in photosynthesis?
What is the role of ATP synthase in photosynthesis?
Which wavelength does Photosystem II prefer for its function?
Which wavelength does Photosystem II prefer for its function?
What are photons in the context of photosynthesis?
What are photons in the context of photosynthesis?
Which molecule acts as the final electron acceptor in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
Which molecule acts as the final electron acceptor in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
What is the name given to reactions where oxidation and reduction occur together?
What is the name given to reactions where oxidation and reduction occur together?
What process turns inorganic CO2 into organic compounds in photosynthesis?
What process turns inorganic CO2 into organic compounds in photosynthesis?
Which enzyme is responsible for attaching CO2 to RuBP in the Calvin Cycle?
Which enzyme is responsible for attaching CO2 to RuBP in the Calvin Cycle?
What is the harmful process that occurs when RuBisCO reacts with oxygen instead of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?
What is the harmful process that occurs when RuBisCO reacts with oxygen instead of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?
How are C4 and CAM plants adapted to dry weather conditions?
How are C4 and CAM plants adapted to dry weather conditions?
