Photosynthesis and limiting factors

• Word equation for photosynthesis:

  carbon dioxide + water -> glucose + oxygen
• photosynthesis takes place in the leaves
• 3 features of starch that make it a useful long-term storage molecule:

  • insoluble in water
  • compact
  • can easily be broken down when needed
• Photosynthesis is an endothermic process as it requires energy
• Symbol equation for photosynthesis:

  6CO2 + 6H2O ->C6H12O6+6O2
• How plants use the glucose they produce:

  • Cellular respiration
  • make cellulose
  • make starch
  • make amino acids
  • make lipids