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  • Created on: 28-04-14 09:21
What is photosynthesis?
Photosynthesis is a process used by plants in which energy from sunlight is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into molecules needed for growth. These molecules include sugars, enzymes and chlorophyll.
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What is the chemical equation for photoysnthesis?
6CO2 + 6H2O C6H12O6 + 6O2
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Chloroplasts
contains chlorophyll and enzymes needed for reactions in photosynthesis.
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Nucleus
containing DNA carrying the genetic code for enzymes and other proteins used in photosynthesis
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Cell membrane
allows gas and water to pass in and out of the cell while controlling the passage of other molecules
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Vacuole
containing cell sap to keep the cell turgid
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Cell wall
strengthens the cell
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Cytoplasm
enzymes and other proteins used in photosynthesis made here
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What is the chemical equation for photoysnthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O C6H12O6 + 6O2

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Chloroplasts

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Nucleus

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Cell membrane

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