Biology
Activity: Photosynthesis Diagram
Name: ____________________________
Complete the following on the piece of paper provided:
1. At the top of the paper, write the summative equation for photosynthesis (BIG).
2. Draw a large plant in the middle of the paper. Make sure to include the basic components of the plant
(roots, trunk, leaves).
3. Create a “zoom window” into one of the leaves drawn. In that window, draw and label the
components of a chloroplast. Make sure to include the following: stroma, pigment, thylakoid, and
grana. Use the diagram below as an example:
4. Add the process of the light dependent reaction to your diagram. Use your notes for assistance. Make
sure to label and explain what is occurring. USE YOUR OWN WORDS!
5. Add the process of the Calvin cycle to your diagram. Use your notes for assistance. Make sure to
label and explain what is occurring. USE YOUR OWN WORDS!
6. Make sure that you add color to the diagram and that it is neat and organized.
Checklist
Included?
Photosynthesis
equation
Diagram of a
Plant
Zoom window
for chloroplast
Labeled
chloroplast (4)
Color in
Diagram
Check?
Grade
Included?
Light-Dependent:
Labels
Light-dependent:
Explanation
Calvin cycle:
Labels
Calvin cycle:
Explanation
Neat and
Organized
Check?
Attach this sheet to your diagram. I will use the chart above as your rubric.
Grade