Adaptations of plants for photosynthesis: absorbing light
You can describe how plants are adapted to absorb light for photosynthesis.
Adaptations of plants for photosynthesis: absorbing light
You can describe how plants are adapted to absorb light for photosynthesis.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Plant leaves are made up of cells that contain structures called chloroplasts.
- Photosynthesis takes place in chloroplasts.
- Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll, which absorbs light for photosynthesis.
- Plant leaves are thin to allow light to pass through to cells containing chloroplasts.
- Plant leaves have a large surface area to absorb light for photosynthesis.
Common misconception
Not appreciating the links between form and function in biological structures.
This lesson develops a key cross-cutting idea in biology: the shapes and forms of biological structures are adapted for specific functions.
Keywords
Chloroplast - Photosynthesis takes place in chloroplasts, which are small structures inside some plant cells.
Adaptation - A feature that helps an organism to function and survive.
Chlorophyll - A green substance inside chloroplasts that absorbs light for photosynthesis.
Surface area - The surface area of the top side of a leaf is the area through which light can be absorbed.
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