Photosynthesis

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Photosynthesis: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as Photosynthesis, Pigments in Plants, Chlorophyll, Food in Plants Other than Carbohydrates, and Photosynthesis in Other Parts of Plant.

Important Questions on Photosynthesis

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Order the pictures to show the correct sequence or events in the process of photosynthesis:

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Name the process that requires the role of chlorophyll. (Respiration/Photosynthesis)

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Which part of the Cactus photosynthesizes? (Stem/ Leaf/ Root)

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Name the pigment which produces the bright yellow, red, and orange colours in plants, vegetables, and fruits. (Chlorophyll/ Xanthophyll/Carotenoid)

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Photosynthesis is the process used by plants, algae and certain bacteria to harness energy from sunlight and turn it into _____ energy. (Mechanical/ Chemical) 

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While conducting an experiment on photosynthesis, Sajeesh pasted a black paper on a leaf of a plant in his courtyard as seen in the picture. What would have prompted him to do so? 

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Is photosynthesis possible at night? Why? 
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Do plants release oxygen at all times? 
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How do plants get carbon dioxide?   

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Complete the boxes given below: 
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Plants provide food for us but where do they get their food from? 

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Name the three major groups of food.

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Name three types of food?

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Fill in the blank with an appropriate word:

In green plants, photosynthesis takes place in the leaves, _____(flower/yellow stems/green stems/yellow branches), and green branches.

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Photosynthesis does not occur in any other parts of a plant; it occurs only in the leaves.

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Mention the plant parts other than leaves where photosynthesis takes place.

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All things are essential for photosynthesis to occur except
 

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Does photosynthesis take place in the other green parts of the plant than leaves?

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 How does photosynthesis take place in plants with colored leaves?

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During photosynthesis solar energy is converted into chemical energy.