What is Photosynthesis?

What is Photosynthesis?

Grade 9th Grade · Science · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can describe the process of photosynthesis, including the reactants, products, and energy transformations.

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Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The reactants (inputs) of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide and water, while the products (outputs) are glucose and oxygen.

  • 2

    The two major reactions that occur in the chloroplasts of plant cells are the light dependent reactions and the light independent reactions.

  • 3

    Plants capture light using molecules called pigments, such as chlorophyll, which reflects green light, giving many plants their color.

Practice Questions

9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the overall process of photosynthesis. In your description, include the reactants (inputs), products (outputs), and the role of energy from light.

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