Energy Transformations in Living Systems · Cell Biology

Photosynthesis

Investigating the conversion of light energy into chemical energy within the chloroplast.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do plants coordinate the light dependent and light independent reactions to maximize carbon fixation?
  2. 2Why is the evolution of water splitting photosynthesis considered a turning point in Earth's history?
  3. 3How do environmental factors like CO2 concentration and light intensity limit photosynthetic rate?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Photosynthesis - JC1
Level: JC 1
Subject: Biology
Unit: Energy Transformations in Living Systems
Period: Cell Biology

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