The Bio-Energy Keys 🌱
The green pigment in chloroplasts that acts as a 'solar panel' to capture light energy.
Tiny pores on the leaf surface that act as 'gates' for gas exchange (Carbon Dioxide in, Oxygen out).
The plant's internal 'pipeline' system that transports water from the roots up to the leaves.
The process where light energy splits water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen.
The chemical energy (food) produced during the process, stored as starch for the plant's growth.
The 'factory' of the cell where the entire photosynthesis process takes place.
The Two-Stage Process 🌱
STAGE 01: LIGHT REACTIONS ☀️
Happens in the Thylakoid. Sunlight hits Chlorophyll, splitting Water (H₂O) molecules. This releases Oxygen as a byproduct and creates energy molecules (ATP & NADPH).
STAGE 02: CALVIN CYCLE 🌙
Happens in the Stroma. Does not need direct light. Uses Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) and the energy from Stage 1 to build Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆).
PHOTOSYNTHESIS CHALLENGE 🌱
Randomized Test: 10 Questions from our Bio-Bank.