Summary of my notes.
Photosynthesis is the process of converting:
The reaction requires light energy, which is absorbed by Chlorophyll.
Chlorophyll is a substance found in Chloroplasts, and Chloroplasts are found in leaf cells.
What happens? IMAGE: http://s3.hubimg.com/u/701802_f520.jpg
- Plants absorb water through their roots.
- Plants absorb carbon dioxide and light energy through their leaves.
- The reaction takes place and glucose and oxygen are produced.
What is the Glucose used for?
The glucose produced from Photosynthesis is used for two things: