3. How is each of these involved in photosynthesis? Answers must be in complete sentences. See unit 5 lesson 2.
○ Glucose
○ chlorophyll
○ chloroplast
○ stomata
- Glucose is involved in photosynthesis as it is the end product of the process. It is a sugar molecule that serves as a source of energy for the plant.
- Chlorophyll is involved in photosynthesis as it is the pigment that absorbs light energy from the sun. This absorbed energy is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.
- Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis takes place. They contain chlorophyll and other necessary enzymes for the process to occur.
- Stomata are tiny openings on the surface of plant leaves that allow for the exchange of gases, including carbon dioxide and oxygen, during photosynthesis. This exchange is essential for the plant to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen as a byproduct of the process.