AP BIOLOGY

PHOTOSYNTHESIS

PHOTOSYNTHETIC PIGMENTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the 3 key ingredients needed for photosynthesis
A
glucose, oxygen, carbon dioxide
B
carbon dioxide, water, glucose
C
water, soil, sunlight
D
sunlight, water, carbon dioxide
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy in the form of sugar.

Detailed explanation-2: -The three main types of photosynthesis are C3, C4, and CAM (crassulacean acid metabolism). In college I had to memorize some of their pathways and mechanisms, but I will highlight what gives one an advantage over another and what types of crops, forages, and weeds have specialized C3 and C4 photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are four factors which are necessary for the process of photosynthesis, water, carbon dioxide, sunlight, and chlorophyll.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main factors affecting rate of photosynthesis are light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration and temperature.

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