Biosynthetic Phase Of Photosynthesis
Chapter Name : Photosynthesis In Higher Plants |
Sub Topic Code : 103_11_13_07_01 |
Topic Name : Biosynthetic Phase Of Photosynthesis |
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Sub Topic Name : The Primary Acceptor Of Co2 |
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Introduction
ATP and NADPH are used in synthesis of sugar. This is known as the biosynthetic phase of photosynthesis.
Pre-Requisites:
ATP, NADPH
Real Life Question:
Where are the ATP and NADPH used?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| ATP | Adenosine-5'-triphosphate (ATP) is a nucleoside triphosphate used in cells as a coenzyme. |
| NADPH | Adenosine diphosphate, abbreviated ADP, is a nucleoside diphosphate. It is an ester of pyrophosphoric acid with the nucleoside adenosine. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
ATP and NADPH are used in synthesis of sugar for the growth of plants.
Places to visit :
Visit your garden where various plants are using ATP and NADPH for growth.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Plants | Plants that grow in better sunlight are healthy. |
What you learn in Theory:
Plants use ATP and NADPH for its growth.
What you learn in Practice:
ATP and NADPH are used in synthesis of sugar.