Photosynthesis
What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?
6CO2+6H2O→C6H12O6+6O2
What is the primary pigment involved in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll
What is the outer layer of a leaf that protects the leaf?
The waxy cuticle
Male reproductive part of a plant that produces pollen grains
Anther
Why does a leaf appear green to the human eye?
In which organelle does photosynthesis occur?
Chloroplasts
What happens when light hits the photosystems?
Pigments absorb light and electrons are excited and gain energy
What structure in a leaf is responsible for gas exchange?
Stomata
What is in a seed?
Seed coat, embryo, and stored food
The part of a plant that takes in water is called
The roots
What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?
It produces sugars and oxygen
What are the main products of the light reactions?
NADPH and ATP
In which part of the leaf does most of photosynthesis occur?
Palisade mesophyll
Seeds turn into a plant through the process of
Germination
Glucose is produced in the stroma (Calvin Cycle)
How does photosynthesis impact carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
Carbon dioxide is taken into the plant to make glucose
How do electrons travel from PSII to PSI?
The electron transport chain
What is the purpose of the spongy mesophyll?
Allow for gas exchange of CO2, H2O, and O2
A seed is the product of which process
Fertilization
Light reactions take place in the
Thylakoid membrane
What three main factors will increase the rate of photosynthesis?
Water, light, and carbon dioxide
Water is split to create electrons for PSII and oxygen is released
Which part of the leaf is needed to carry glucose away from the leaf?
Phloem
Cross Pollination occurs when..
Pollinators bring pollen grain from one plant to another plant's ovary.
What would happen to plants if the earth had no more oxygen?
Nothing, plants don't use oxygen. They produce it.