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Before photosynthesis can take place light must be captured by green plants. Plants use chloryphyll to trap sunlight enery and use it to produce carbohydrates.

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Can photosynthesis occur without light?

No, photosynthesis cannot occur without light. Light is a necessary component for the process of photosynthesis to take place in plants.


Where does the light-independent reaction of photosynthesis take place?

different answers for different plants.


Where do plants get the energy necessary for the chemical reactions that take place during photosynthesis?

From the sun or other source of light. That is why it is called photosynthesis. Photo means light.


Does photosynthesis take place in money plant?

Yes, photosynthesis does take place in money plants. Money plants are capable of converting light energy into chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis, which helps them to grow and thrive.


How does photosynthesis occur in plants without light?

Photosynthesis in plants cannot occur without light because light is essential for the process. Light energy is absorbed by chlorophyll in the plant's cells, which then converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. Without light, this process cannot take place, and plants would not be able to produce food or oxygen through photosynthesis.


What is the name of the pigment substance in plants where photosynthesis takes place?

Chlorophyll is the pigment substance in plants where photosynthesis takes place. It is responsible for absorbing light energy from the sun and converting it into chemical energy for the plant.


Do animals need light for the same reason as plants?

No. Most plants need light for photosynthesis to take place, whereas animals only need light for ther sight.


At what time during a 24 hour period would photosynthesis not take place?

Photosynthesis mainly occurs during the daylight hours when there is light available for plants to use in the process. Therefore, photosynthesis does not take place during the nighttime when it is dark.


Why do the plants grow bigger and faster when ther is plenty of light?

Plants grow better with plenty of light because photosynthesis can take place meaning it grows better.


What is the primary energy conversion that takes place in plants photosynthesis?

It is sun light converting to the chemical energy. Pigments are absorbing light.


Why would a scientist measure the amount of sugar in wheat plants in order to see if plants need light?

Sugar is produced in plants by means of photosynthesis, a process that requires light. It is very logical to measure the amount of sugar in wheat plants, to see how much photosynthesis is taking place.


Why does photosynthesis only take place in plants?

It only takes place in plants because they have cloroplasts (the things that do photosynthesis )