Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process

Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process — practice question

Fig. 1.1 shows an electron micrograph of a chloroplast taken from a maize leaf cell.
(a)[2]

In the space below, state whether X, Y or Z contains: transport proteins; pigments.

(b)[2]

A chloroplast also contains DNA. Suggest the roles of DNA in this organelle.

(c)[3]

Any change in atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration, light intensity and temperature can alter the rate of photosynthesis. These three factors directly influence different stages of photosynthesis. Complete the table below with a tick (✓) if the factor directly affects the stage or a cross (✗) if it does not.

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