Biology

Chapter 5 Part !

Chapter 5 Part !


S. M.
This flashcard set delves into the intricate processes of photosynthesis at a university level, focusing on the roles of photosystems, electron transport chains, and the conversion of light energy into chemical energy. It explores the structure and function of pigments, proteins, and molecules within the thylakoid membrane, as well as the production of ATP and NADPH. The flashcards are particularly useful for students studying plant biology, biochemistry, or related fields, providing a comprehensive understanding of how light reactions and the Calvin cycle drive photosynthesis, ultimately supporting life on Earth.
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Biologie
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Université
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equation for photosynthesis

CO2 + H2O + sunlight = O2 + Glucose

algae and coral have what kind of relationship

symbiotic

what powers photosynthesis

sunlight

sun is like ________ which activates _______

enzyme - formula

the process by which plants, algae and some microorganisms harness solar energy and convert it to chemical energy

photosynthesis

all life ultimately depends on what?

photosynthesis

what captures the sun's energy in photosynthesis

specialized pigments

organic compounds that absorb light

pigments

what gives pigments their color

reflected light

enzymes use the energy to build ____ from ______

glucose

carbon dioxide

plant uses ____ in the process releasing _____ gas

water

O2

electrons moved from H2O to CO2

transfer of electrons

redox

energonic/reduction

uses energy/gains electrons

exergonic/oxidation

releases energy/loses electrons

what does redox stand for 

oxidation

reduction

reaction

first organisms were all what

heterotrophs

rise of photosynthesis radically altered earth how?

decreased CO2

lowered global temp

added O2 to atmosphere

protective ozone layer

what is the ozone layer

a layer of O2

ozone =

O3

ozone =

O3

evolution favored the development of photosyntheses bc photosynthetic organisms:

make their own food

short wavelength=

high energy

long wavelength=

low energy

the sun releases enegy in 

waves

shorter wavelengths have ______ energy than longer wavelengths

higher

do all wavelengths reach earth?

no

we perceive the visible wavelengths as what

colors

what captures visible light

plant pigments

what specializes in absorbing different wavelengths

different pigments

what is sunlight that reaches earth's surgace

uv

what are photons made up of

atoms

photons are packets of

kinetic energy

chemically, lights are

photons

no pigment absorbs ______ light

green

only _____ light is useful for photosynthesis

absorbed

why are leaves green

plant pigments absorb almost every wavelength except for green

gas exchange occurs where

stomata

stomata is what

leaf pores

difference between stomata and stoma

stomata is plural for stoma

what is the sight of photosynthesis?

chloroplasts

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