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Paper 3 structured question: Photosynthesis

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Plants produce carbohydrates by photosynthesis using light energy and simple raw materials.

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Photosynthesis Inputs and Outputs

The diagram shows carbon dioxide entering the leaf and water absorbed by roots. Light energy is captured by chlorophyll to produce carbohydrates.

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    Identify the two basic materials plants use to make carbohydrates.

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Photosynthesis Process

Plants use carbon dioxide from the air and water from the soil to produce carbohydrates. This process requires light energy captured by chlorophyll in the leaves.

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    Describe how plants make carbohydrates during photosynthesis.

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