BIO101: Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology

Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

• Explain the role of photosynthesis.
• Describe where matter originates and ends up during photosynthesis.
• Explain how photosynthesis converts low-energy molecules into energy-rich carbohydrates.
• Explain how energy is transformed and transferred during photosynthesis.
• Explain how energy is stored in plants.
• Explain how plants accumulate biomass.
• Explain the role of the light-dependent phase of photosynthesis.
• Explain the role of the light-independent phase of photosynthesis, and describe how it is related to the light-dependent reactions.
• Explain what is meant by the term "carbon cycle” and how this relates to the conservation of matter.
• Explain how plants have adapted to deal with the problem of photorespiration.