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Photosynthesis vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| chlorophyll | green pigment found in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy required for photosynthesis |
| chloroplasts | a specialized organelle in photosynthetic organisms that captures the energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy |
| glucose | the main sugar that provides energy for cells |
| photosynthesis | the process by which green plants and some other organisms use water, sunlight, and carbon dioxide to make food |
| products | the substances present after a chemical reaction |
| reactants | the substances present before a chemical reaction |
| stomata | the small openings on leaves or stems that are used for gas exchange |
| xylem | a type of vascular tissue that transports water and nutrients throughout the plant |