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Photosynthesis is a process found in plants that converts carbon dioxide in the air into glucose (sugar), with the energy from the sun. In plants, photosynthesis usually occurs in the leaves. This is where plants can get the raw materials for photosynthesis all in one convenient location. Carbon dioxide and oxygen enter/exit the leaves through pores called stomata. Water is delivered to the leaves from the roots through a vascular system. The chlorophyll in the chloroplasts inside leaf cells absorbs sunlight energy. Then the chemical reactions take place, carbon dioxide in the air and water is converted in glucose (sugar) and oxygen. The waste product oxygen is released back into the air through the stomata.

Structures used in this system are chlorophyll and chloroplast membranes/ cells, and stomata. There are also transporting systems for the water and glucose but may not be directly affiliated with the photosynthesis process.

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