Overview
Chloroplasts are vital organelles in plant cells that enable photosynthesis, the process that converts light energy into chemical energy. They contain chlorophyll, which captures sunlight, and their unique structure, including thylakoids and stroma, facilitates the conversion of carbon dioxide and w...
Key Terms
Example: Chloroplasts are found in the cells of leaves.
Example: Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose.
Example: Chlorophyll gives plants their green color.
Example: Thylakoids are stacked in structures called grana.
Example: The stroma contains enzymes for sugar synthesis.
Example: Light-dependent reactions produce ATP and NADPH.
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Key Concepts
PhotosynthesisChlorophyllThylakoidsStroma