Photosynthesis: Energy from Light
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Objective
I can describe how photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Photosynthesis is the process where plants convert light energy into chemical energy.
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Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts, which contain the pigment chlorophyll to absorb sunlight.
- 3
The inputs of photosynthesis are light energy, water, and carbon dioxide, while the outputs are glucose and oxygen.
Part 2 of 3
Practice
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What is the primary energy conversion that occurs during photosynthesis?
Where does photosynthesis take place within plant cells?
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“Describe in your own words how photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy. Include the reactants and products of the process.”
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