Form 2 Science Unit 4.

1 : Photosynthesis
1. Photosynthesis is a process that occurs in ____________________________, in which ________________ is made and ________________ is produced from _____________ and _____________________________ in the presence of _________________________ and _______________________.
_________________ is produced out after the process ________________________ is used to convert into chemical energy

_____________________ and _____________ are the raw materials needed _________________ absorbs the light energy from the Sun

2.

______________________________ is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into ______________________________.

3.

The equation below shows the process of photosynthesis:

4.

Plants use the energy from glucose for processes such as _________________ and maintaining _________________________.

5.

Excess glucose is converted into ________________ in some plants. This is then transported to ______________________________ such as stems, roots, tubers and seeds. Many plants convert glucose into ___________________ for storage.

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LIGHT 1. 2. Light is necessary for photosynthesis to take place. It serves as the source of _____________ for the green plants. Based on the diagram below, a leaf is taken from a potted plant which has been put under the hot sun for 3 hours. The leaf is then tested with iodine. What is the RESULT of this experiment? Draw it out.

CHLOROPHYLL 1. 2. 3. Chlorophyll is the _____________________________ found in the ________________ of plants. It ____________________________________ from the Sun or from a suitable light source and enables the plant to make food. The role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis can be demonstrated using a ____________________________________. a. b. In this type of leave, only certain parts are _______________. These parts contain chlorophyll. Examples :

___________________________

___________________________

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4. A variegated leaf from a plant is removed. Then it is tested with iodine for the presence of starch. Draw out the result.
Contains chlorophyll Alcohol Does not contain chlorophyll
Iodine solution

Turns to _____________ Remains _____________

CARBON DIOXIDE & WATER 1. Carbon dioxide and water are the _____________________________ needed for photosynthesis. 2. Carbon dioxide enters the leaves through the _________________ while water enters through the ____________. 3. Diagram below shows an experiment conducted to test that carbon dioxide is needed for photosynthesis. Complete the diagram and answer the questions that follow.

Potassium hydroxide

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a. Before the experiment, the plants are kept in dark for two days. Why? ____________________________________________________________________________ b. What is the function of potassium hydroxide? ____________________________________________________________________________ c. Name another substance that can be used to replace the potassium hydroxide. ____________________________________________________________________________ d. Which bell jar gives a positive result? ____________________________________________________________________________

The Importance of photosynthesis 1. 2. Photosynthesis is important to maintain the ______________________ of an ecosystem. The importance and role of photosynthesis are: a. supplies food to _______________________

b. Enables ____________________________ to make their own food. c. Regulates and maintains _________________________ content in the atmosphere.

d. Increases __________________ content in the atmosphere; this gas is used by organisms for ________________________ as well as in the process of combustion, rusting and decomposition.

CARBON CYCLE 1. Carbon is an important element present in all living organisms as the _______________ in all living organisms are made up of carbon compound such as ________________________, _________ and ________________. 2. Carbon cycle is a continuous cycle of processes by which carbon, in the form of
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Form 2 Science Unit 4.1 : Photosynthesis

___________________________, is removed and restored in the air to maintain a constant level. 3. Complete the diagram below.

___________________ produces carbon dioxide as it releases energy from food ___________________ uses carbon dioxide to make food

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OXYGEN CYCLE 1. Oxygen is needed by all living organisms for _______________________. In fact. Carbon cycle and oxygen cycle is interconnected. 2. Complete the diagram below.

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