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    Plant Processes: 1. Photosynthesis

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    The document summarizes several key plant processes: 1) Photosynthesis which uses carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to produce glucose and oxygen. 2) Respiration which breaks down glucose to release energy. 3) Transpiration which is the loss of water vapor through stomata. 4) Absorption which is the uptake of water and minerals needed for photosynthesis. 5) Translocation which is the transport of water, minerals and food throughout the plant. 6) Phototropism in which plant shoots grow towards light. 7) Photoperiodism where flower production is influenced by day length.

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    Plant Processes: 1. Photosynthesis

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    The document summarizes several key plant processes: 1) Photosynthesis which uses carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to produce glucose and oxygen. 2) Respiration which breaks down glucose to release energy. 3) Transpiration which is the loss of water vapor through stomata. 4) Absorption which is the uptake of water and minerals needed for photosynthesis. 5) Translocation which is the transport of water, minerals and food throughout the plant. 6) Phototropism in which plant shoots grow towards light. 7) Photoperiodism where flower production is influenced by day length.

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    The document summarizes several key plant processes: 1) Photosynthesis which uses carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to produce glucose and oxygen. 2) Respiration which breaks down glucose to release energy. 3) Transpiration which is the loss of water vapor through stomata. 4) Absorption which is the uptake of water and minerals needed for photosynthesis. 5) Translocation which is the transport of water, minerals and food throughout the plant. 6) Phototropism in which plant shoots grow towards light. 7) Photoperiodism where flower production is influenced by day length.

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    The document summarizes several key plant processes: 1) Photosynthesis which uses carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to produce glucose and oxygen. 2) Respiration which breaks down glucose to release energy. 3) Transpiration which is the loss of water vapor through stomata. 4) Absorption which is the uptake of water and minerals needed for photosynthesis. 5) Translocation which is the transport of water, minerals and food throughout the plant. 6) Phototropism in which plant shoots grow towards light. 7) Photoperiodism where flower production is influenced by day length.

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    Plant Processes

    1. Photosynthesis

    This is how plants make their food. Plants manufacture


    carbohydrates (sugars and starches) in their leaves, which have the green pigment chlorophyll.
    This process also uses carbon dioxide from the air, water from the soil, and light (usually
    sunlight).

    Chemical equation for photosynthesis:

    6H2O + 6CO2 + ENERGY (light) C6H12O6 + 6O2

    Word equation:

    Water + carbon-dioxide + ENERGY (light) glucose (carbohydrate) + oxygen

    Photosynthesis is affected by:

    ✔ Carbon-dioxide concentration
    ✔ Light intensity
    ✔ Temperature
    ✔ Soil water supply

    2. Respiration

    This is how sugar is broken down (oxidized), to release energy for growth and development. It is
    the opposite of photosynthesis, which is how molecules that store energy is built up.

    Chemical equation for respiration:

    C6H12O6 + 6O2 6H2O + 6CO2 + ENERGY (light)

    Word equation:

    Glucose (carbohydrate) + oxygen Water + carbon-dioxide + ENERGY (light)

    The energy released is essential for plant growth and the formation of new cells. It powers all
    cell functions and the movement of substances throughout the plant.

    3. Transpiration

    This is the process by which plants lose water from their leaves and green stems. The water
    vapor escapes through the stomata, which are small holes on the leaves or green stems.

    Transpiration is the loss of water, the form of water vapor, and results in the uptake and
    transport of water through the plant from the roots to the leaves. Transpiration is affected by
    environmental factors such as:
    ✔ Sunlight
    ✔ Temperature
    ✔ Wind
    ✔ Humidity
    ✔ Water-soil content

    Wilting: if transpiration exceeds absorption of water by the plant, then cells will wilt. This may
    be temporary at first and can be reversed if the water is supplied, but permanent wilting
    results in death.

    4. Absorption

    Cells need to take up water, mineral ions, and food substances. Cells also need to get rid of
    waste materials. All substances need to pass through the cell membranes to get in or out of
    cells.

    The absorption of water is essential for photosynthesis, respiration, and the movement of
    water, mineral ions, and food substances. All these processes are interrelated and contribute to
    plant growth and development. If the absorption of water is reduced, it will affect growth and
    development. Wilting will occur if plants cannot absorb sufficient water.

    5. Translocation

    This is the process of transporting water, mineral ions, and food substances in specialized
    tissues within the plant.

    Water and mineral ions from the soil move upwards through the xylem to the leaves. Food
    minerals (sugars) manufactured in leaves are translocated downwards to the lower plant for
    storage. Soluble food substances move from storage organs to growing points, buds, flowers,
    and fruits.

    6. Phototropism

    This is plant growth in response to the direction of the light. If the


    tips of plant shoots are exposed to light, they will bend and grow
    towards it. This is an example of positive phototropism. It benefits the
    plant as it places leaves in the best position for photosynthesis.

    7. Photoperiodism

    This refers to the influence of day length (duration of light) on the production of flowers.

    Click on the link below to further understand Photoperiodism:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQf3gKTCffs&t=5s

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