Monday, November 10, 2025

3.4 Photosynthesis

 


Today's Learning Objective(s):

Describe the photosynthetic processes and structural features of the chloroplast that allow organisms to capture and store energy. 
Explain how cells capture energy from light and transfer it to biological molecules for storage and use.

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Tasks:

1

Corrections - Quiz: Enzymes 

 

Corrections are possible for the MCQs only.

½ Credit for each item remarked correct.

 

2

Chemical Equations Photosynthesis ↔ Cellular Respiration  

You are to then compare the chemical reactions and determine the following (labeling) endergonic, exergonic, catabolic, anabolic, oxidation and reduction.

3

Introduction to Chloroplasts


 

Video

 Interactive Model (View board only)

 

4

Photosynthesis – Foldout Activity

You are to work on a foldout diagram with an overview of photosynthesis. 

Textbook: 

7.1 Photosynthetic Organisms

7.2 The Process of Photosynthesis

7.3 Plants as Solar Energy Converters

7.4 Plants as Carbon Dioxide Fixers


5

Photosynthesis Overview – PowerPoint Slides

Together, let’s review the overall process of photosynthesis using 

6

Modeling Thermodynamics and Reactions – Photosynthesis

Student groups are to use a large printout, and you are to determine the impact of energy (heat) and parts of the following (labeling) endergonic, exergonic, catabolic, anabolic, oxidation and reduction.

7

Check for Understanding > Photosynthesis Overview 
What is the difference between the light reactions and the Calvin cycle reactions?

Use what you know about energy transformations in your response.

Complete the items on this form.

🔄️ Form can be edited an unlimited number of times.

Due Friday

 

Homework

Lab: Enzyme Function (Fri)

Check for Understanding > Photosynthesis Overview (Fri)

Read & Study Textbook 7.1 & 7.2

Quizlet Photosynthesis

Video 3.4.1   Video 3.4.2

 

Upcoming Assessments

11/14/25 Quiz: Energy in Living Organism & Photosynthesis (study guide)

11/20/25 Quiz: Cellular Respiration (study guide)

11/22/25 Test: Cellular Energetics – unit 3 (study guide)

 

Calendar Notes

11/26/25 – 12/1/25 Thanksgiving Break

12/2/25 School Resumes (unit 4 start)