Photosynthesis Inputs Outputs - Middle School Life Science
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Identify the outputs in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light}
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
Identify the outputs in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light} ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
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$C_6H_{12}O_6$ and $6O_2$. Everything after the arrow are products.
$C_6H_{12}O_6$ and $6O_2$. Everything after the arrow are products.
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Which substance provides the carbon atoms used to build glucose during photosynthesis?
Which substance provides the carbon atoms used to build glucose during photosynthesis?
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Carbon dioxide ($CO_2$). The C in glucose comes from $CO_2$.
Carbon dioxide ($CO_2$). The C in glucose comes from $CO_2$.
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Which substance is split to help form oxygen gas during photosynthesis?
Which substance is split to help form oxygen gas during photosynthesis?
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Water ($H_2O$). Oxygen atoms from water form $O_2$ gas.
Water ($H_2O$). Oxygen atoms from water form $O_2$ gas.
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Choose the correct classification: Oxygen released by plants is a(n) input or output of photosynthesis.
Choose the correct classification: Oxygen released by plants is a(n) input or output of photosynthesis.
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Output. Plants release oxygen as a waste product.
Output. Plants release oxygen as a waste product.
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Choose the correct classification: Carbon dioxide taken in by leaves is a(n) input or output of photosynthesis.
Choose the correct classification: Carbon dioxide taken in by leaves is a(n) input or output of photosynthesis.
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Input. Plants absorb $CO_2$ to use in making food.
Input. Plants absorb $CO_2$ to use in making food.
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What is the main food molecule produced by photosynthesis that stores chemical energy?
What is the main food molecule produced by photosynthesis that stores chemical energy?
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Glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$). A 6-carbon sugar that stores energy.
Glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$). A 6-carbon sugar that stores energy.
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Identify the missing product in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light}
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + $.
Identify the missing product in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light} ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + $.
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$6O_2$. Six oxygen molecules balance the equation.
$6O_2$. Six oxygen molecules balance the equation.
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Identify the missing reactant in this equation: $6CO_2 + + ext{light}
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
Identify the missing reactant in this equation: $6CO_2 + + ext{light} ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
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$6H_2O$. Six water molecules provide H and O atoms.
$6H_2O$. Six water molecules provide H and O atoms.
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What are the three main inputs (reactants) required for photosynthesis?
What are the three main inputs (reactants) required for photosynthesis?
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Carbon dioxide, water, and light energy. Plants need these three things to make food.
Carbon dioxide, water, and light energy. Plants need these three things to make food.
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What are the two main outputs (products) of photosynthesis?
What are the two main outputs (products) of photosynthesis?
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Glucose (sugar) and oxygen. Plants produce food and release gas we breathe.
Glucose (sugar) and oxygen. Plants produce food and release gas we breathe.
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Which gas is an input to photosynthesis: carbon dioxide or oxygen?
Which gas is an input to photosynthesis: carbon dioxide or oxygen?
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Carbon dioxide. Plants take in $CO_2$ from air through stomata.
Carbon dioxide. Plants take in $CO_2$ from air through stomata.
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Which gas is an output of photosynthesis: carbon dioxide or oxygen?
Which gas is an output of photosynthesis: carbon dioxide or oxygen?
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Oxygen. Released as waste product that animals need.
Oxygen. Released as waste product that animals need.
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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis: input (energy source) or output (product)?
What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis: input (energy source) or output (product)?
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Input (energy source). Provides energy to drive the chemical reaction.
Input (energy source). Provides energy to drive the chemical reaction.
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Identify the correct word to complete this statement: Water is a(n) ____ of photosynthesis.
Identify the correct word to complete this statement: Water is a(n) ____ of photosynthesis.
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Input (reactant). Absorbed by roots and used in the reaction.
Input (reactant). Absorbed by roots and used in the reaction.
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Identify the correct word to complete this statement: Glucose is a(n) ____ of photosynthesis.
Identify the correct word to complete this statement: Glucose is a(n) ____ of photosynthesis.
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Output (product). The sugar made by plants for food storage.
Output (product). The sugar made by plants for food storage.
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What is the overall balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis?
What is the overall balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis?
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$6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light}
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$. Shows 6 of each reactant molecule needed.
$6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light} ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$. Shows 6 of each reactant molecule needed.
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Which side of the photosynthesis equation lists inputs: left side or right side?
Which side of the photosynthesis equation lists inputs: left side or right side?
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Left side. Reactants appear before the arrow.
Left side. Reactants appear before the arrow.
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Which side of the photosynthesis equation lists outputs: left side or right side?
Which side of the photosynthesis equation lists outputs: left side or right side?
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Right side. Products appear after the arrow.
Right side. Products appear after the arrow.
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Identify the inputs in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light}
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
Identify the inputs in this equation: $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + ext{light} ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$.
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$6CO_2$, $6H_2O$, and light energy. Everything before the arrow are reactants.
$6CO_2$, $6H_2O$, and light energy. Everything before the arrow are reactants.
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What cell organelle is the site of photosynthesis in plants and algae?
What cell organelle is the site of photosynthesis in plants and algae?
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Chloroplast. This green organelle contains all the machinery needed for photosynthesis.
Chloroplast. This green organelle contains all the machinery needed for photosynthesis.
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Identify the correct overall equation for photosynthesis using chemical formulas.
Identify the correct overall equation for photosynthesis using chemical formulas.
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$6CO_2 + 6H_2O +$ light $
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$. This balanced equation shows 6 molecules each of reactants and products.
$6CO_2 + 6H_2O +$ light $ ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$. This balanced equation shows 6 molecules each of reactants and products.
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What form of energy is an input to photosynthesis captured by chlorophyll?
What form of energy is an input to photosynthesis captured by chlorophyll?
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Light energy (sunlight). This electromagnetic radiation provides the energy to drive the chemical reactions.
Light energy (sunlight). This electromagnetic radiation provides the energy to drive the chemical reactions.
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Which option is an output of photosynthesis: $H_2O$ or $O_2$?
Which option is an output of photosynthesis: $H_2O$ or $O_2$?
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$O_2$. Oxygen is released as a byproduct, while water is consumed as a reactant.
$O_2$. Oxygen is released as a byproduct, while water is consumed as a reactant.
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Which substance is an input to photosynthesis absorbed by roots and transported to leaves?
Which substance is an input to photosynthesis absorbed by roots and transported to leaves?
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Water ($H_2O$). Plants need this liquid to provide hydrogen atoms and electrons for glucose synthesis.
Water ($H_2O$). Plants need this liquid to provide hydrogen atoms and electrons for glucose synthesis.
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What molecule is the main sugar produced by photosynthesis for energy storage?
What molecule is the main sugar produced by photosynthesis for energy storage?
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Glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$). This 6-carbon sugar stores chemical energy from sunlight.
Glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$). This 6-carbon sugar stores chemical energy from sunlight.
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