Question

Read the passage below and then indicate whether the following statements are true or false. Photosynthesis: The Process of Making Food Photosynthesis is a critical process that occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells. It involves the conversion of light energy into chemical energy, which is stored as glucose (a type of sugar). The process requires several key components: light, carbon dioxide, water, and chlorophyll. Chlorophyll, the green pigment in plants, captures light energy from the sun. This energy is then used to convert carbon dioxide, absorbed from the air, and water, absorbed from the soil, into glucose. Oxygen is released as a byproduct and is essential for the survival of most living organisms. (3 points) True False The primary purpose of photosynthesis is to produce glucose. Chlorophyll absorbs light energy from the sun. Oxygen is the byproduct of photosynthesis that is essential for human survival. During photosynthesis, oxygen is released as a byproduct. Oxygen is the gas used by plants as a reactant during photosynthesis. In photosynthesis, carbon dioxide and water are converted into oxygen.

Answer 1

Here are the true or false indications for each statement based on the passage provided:

1. The primary purpose of photosynthesis is to produce glucose. True
2. Chlorophyll absorbs light energy from the sun. True
3. Oxygen is the byproduct of photosynthesis that is essential for human survival. True
4. During photosynthesis, oxygen is released as a byproduct. True
5. Oxygen is the gas used by plants as a reactant during photosynthesis. False
6. In photosynthesis, carbon dioxide and water are converted into oxygen. False (Carbon dioxide and water are converted into glucose, and oxygen is released as a byproduct.)