6CO2
OXYGEN
ATP
6H2O
6O2
C6H12O6
SUNLIGHT
CARBON
DIOXIDE
WATER
GLUCOSE
REACTANTS
PRODUCTS
Where light
dependent
reactions occur
Where Calvin
Cycle occurs
STROMA
THYLAKOID
(Adenosine
Tri-phosphate)
Autotrophs
Producers
Plants
Types of
Pigment
that absorbs organisms that
perform
light energy
photosynthesis
Chemical
energy
Molecule
Chloroplast
Chlorophyll
The main
organelle in
which
photosynthesis
occurs
Photosynthesis Overview
Standard 1f: Know usable energy is captured from sunlight by chloroplasts and is stored through the synthesis
of sugar from carbon dioxide.
Materials: Cell Phone, Cut-out Flashcards, Logbook
Procedures: Part I
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Using the flashcards, show the molecules that go into photosynthesis. Use the chemical formulas.
Using the flashcards, label the formulas with their proper names.
Take a picture with your cell phone.
Show the molecules that come out of photosynthesis. Use the chemical formulas.
Label the formulas with their proper names.
Take a picture with your cell phone.
Combine all molecules to show the balanced chemical equation of photosynthesis if you haven’t
already. Remember to add all the symbols, arrows, and proper name labels.
8. Use the flashcards “Reactants” and “Products” properly somewhere in your setup.
9. Take a picture with your cell phone.
10. Show the teacher all your pictures. You should have 3. You cannot move on to the next part if you
don’t get this checked.
Part II
1. There are 12 unused flashcards left. Pair them together correctly using your notes and the textbook.
2. Once you have paired them together, take a picture of each pair with your cell phones. There should
be 6 total pictures. Have the teacher check your work.
Conclusion questions:
You do not have to write down the questions. You have to use the question when you write your answer.
Answer in complete sentences.
1. How many reactions are there in photosynthesis, and what are they?
2. Write the balance chemical equation for photosynthesis and label them with names.
3. Where do the light dependent reactions occur?
4. Where does the Calvin Cycle occur?
5. What types of organisms photosynthesize?
6. What is the main energy molecule in cells?
7. What three factors affect the rate of photosynthesis?
8. What is the main pigment in plants?
9. What is the organelle responsible for photosynthesis in plants?
10. Why is the light dependent reaction important to the Calvin Cycle?