Photosynthesis

Biology: AQA GCSE Higher, topic 4.1.1

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis takes place inside chloroplasts found in plants and algae. The reaction is endothermic, meaning that it requires energy. The source of this energy is sunlight, which is trapped by a chemical called chlorophyll inside chloroplasts in plant cells.

Photosynthesis

Test yourself on Photosynthesis

  • Why does photosynthesis take place inside the chloroplast?

  • What types of organisms can carry out photosynthesis?

  • Why does photosynthesis need a constant supply of sunlight?

  • What two substances does photosynthesis produce?

  • Why does a plant need sunlight to produce glucose during photosynthesis?

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