Question

photosynthesis reading & questions
photosynthesis is the process that plants use to make their own food. plants take in carbon dioxide from the air and water from the soil. inside their leaves, there are tiny cell parts called chloroplasts. these chloroplasts contain a green pigment called chlorophyll, which absorbs sunlight.
using the suns energy, the plant changes carbon dioxide and water into glucose, a type of sugar that the plant uses for energy. during this process, the plant also releases oxygen into the air. photosynthesis helps plants survive, and it also provides oxygen and food for many other living things.
questions:

1. what two materials do plants need to start photosynthesis?
2. what is the name of the green pigment that absorbs sunlight?
3. what sugar molecule is made during photosynthesis?
4. what gas do plants release as a result of photosynthesis?
5. why is photosynthesis important for all living things, not just plants?

Explanation:

Question 1

From the text: "Plants take in carbon dioxide from the air and water from the soil" to start photosynthesis.

The text states: "These chloroplasts contain a green pigment called chlorophyll, which absorbs sunlight."

As per the text: "the plant changes carbon dioxide and water into glucose, a type of sugar that the plant uses for energy."

Answer:

Carbon dioxide and water

Question 2