Understanding Photosynthesis
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GCSE Foundation
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Understanding Photosynthesis
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1.
Which of the following is a product of photosynthesis?
[1 mark]AGlucose
BOxygen
CCarbon Dioxide
DWater
2.
True or False: Photosynthesis occurs in the mitochondria.
[1 mark]3.
Explain what chlorophyll's role is in photosynthesis.
[2 marks]4.
Calculate the amount of glucose produced if a plant uses 6 molecules of carbon dioxide. (Use the photosynthesis equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6O2)
[2 marks]5.
Match the following photosynthesis terms to their definitions:
[3 marks]1. Chloroplast
2. Stomata
3. Thylakoid
AThe organelle where photosynthesis takes place
BMembrane sacs where light-dependent reactions occur
CSmall openings on the underside of leaves
6.
Order the steps of the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis:
[2 marks]1
2
3
4
5
7.
Fill in the blank: In photosynthesis, ___ is absorbed by chlorophyll to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.
[1 mark]8.
Discuss the importance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem.
[6 marks]9.
Which condition is least likely to limit the rate of photosynthesis?
[1 mark]ALow light intensity
BExcess water
CLow temperature
DLow carbon dioxide concentration
10.
True or False: Increasing the temperature will always increase the rate of photosynthesis.
[1 mark]11.
Describe how the structure of a leaf is adapted to perform photosynthesis efficiently.
[3 marks]12.
What is the main purpose of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis?
[1 mark]13.
Which is NOT a reactant in the photosynthesis equation?
[1 mark]ACarbon Dioxide
BWater
COxygen
DSunlight
14.
What role do stomata play in photosynthesis?
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