Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis — practice question

(a)[3]

Define the term photosynthesis and outline one reason why it is important to ecosystems.

(b(i))[1]

Identify the green substance plants require for photosynthesis.

(b(ii))[1]

Identify the gas plants need for photosynthesis.

(b(iii))[1]

Identify the gas plants release during photosynthesis.

(c(i))[1]

Use Fig. 4.2 to determine the number of bubbles produced when the lamp was positioned 10 cm from the aquatic plant.

(c(ii))[2]

Describe how changing the distance between the lamp and the aquatic plant affects the rate of photosynthesis.

(c(iii))[1]

Predict how many bubbles would be produced if the lamp were positioned 21 cm from the aquatic plant.

(d)[2]

Suggest a reason for this change.

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