Plant Processes: Photosynthesis and Transpiration

Master photosynthesis & transpiration! Learn how plants use sunlight, CO2, and water to grow.

Light Energy Carbon Dioxide Water Oxygen Sort the inputs and outputs of PHOTOSYNTHESIS Inputs water carbon dioxide sunlight Outputs glucose oxygen Fill in the blanks as we discuss photosynthesis. In photosynthesis light energy from the sun is converted into chemical energy. During photosynthesis producers create a special food called glucose. In addition to sunlight plants need carbon dioxide gas and water from the ground to make glucose. Inside the leaves of a plant we will find a green chemical called chlorphyl that helps make photosynthesis possible. Which of the following parts of a plant isNOT NEEDED for transpiration to occur? roots stem leaves flowers For plants to survive, they must have a way to prevent water loss during times of decreased rainfall. Which of the following structures is most helpful in aiding plants with saving water? roots xylem chlorophyll stomata Match the processes to the description transpiration water evaporates from the leaves and pulls water from the roots photosynthesis a green plant converts light energy into food (glucose)