Overview of Photosynthesis (AQA A-Level Biology): Flashcards
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Biological process that sustains nearly all life on Earth
Biological process that sustains nearly all life on Earth
Photosynthesis
Pigment that absorbs light energy in photosynthesis
Pigment that absorbs light energy in photosynthesis
Chlorophyll
Main photosynthetic organ in plants
Main photosynthetic organ in plants
Leaf
Organelles where photosynthesis occurs
Organelles where photosynthesis occurs
Chloroplasts
Balanced equation for photosynthesis
Balanced equation for photosynthesis
Splitting of water molecules during photosynthesis
Splitting of water molecules during photosynthesis
Photolysis
Where light-dependent reactions occur in chloroplast
Where light-dependent reactions occur in chloroplast
Thylakoids (in grana)
Where light-independent reactions occur in chloroplast
Where light-independent reactions occur in chloroplast
Stroma
Function of stomata in leaves
Function of stomata in leaves
Provide gas exchange pathways
Vascular tissue that delivers water to leaf cells
Vascular tissue that delivers water to leaf cells
Xylem