Photosynthesis Video&Ques.

http://www.bozemanscience.com/photosynthesis (Links to an external site.)

1.  In your own words, explain photosynthesis.

2.  Why is photosynthesis important?

3. In a eukaryotic cell, where does photosynthesis occur?

4. What reaction takes place in the thylakoid membrane?

5. Where does the Calvin cycle take place?

6. What are the reactants of photosynthesis? 

7. What are the products of photosynthesis? 

8. "Photo" means ______________ and "synthesis" means ____________________.

9. Name the 2 steps of photosynthesis and briefly explain what happens during each step.

10.  What is photorespiration? Why is it a problem?

11. Explain the difference between C3, C4, and CAM plants.