Photosynthesis

• The word equation for photosynthesis is: Carbon dioxide + Water —> Glucose + Oxygen.
• Chlorophyll is a green pigment that absorbs light energy from sunlight.
• Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts, which are found within plant cells.
• ATP provides energy for cellular processes.
• Glucose is produced during photosynthesis as an end product.
• Oxygen gas is released into the atmosphere as a byproduct of photosynthesis.
• Several factors can affect the rate of photosynthesis:

  • light intensity
  • carbon dioxide concentration
  • temperature
• Enzymes are biological catalysts.