{"id":3735,"date":"2023-01-08T03:48:49","date_gmt":"2023-01-08T03:48:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/?page_id=3735"},"modified":"2025-07-24T11:30:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T11:30:54","slug":"s-1-b-photosynthesis-food-making-process-in-plants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/s-1-b-photosynthesis-food-making-process-in-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"s-1.b Photosynthesis &#8211; Food-Making Process In Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#00056d;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Photosynthesis &#8211; Food-Making Process In Plants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Photosynthesis-Food-making-process-in-Plants.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-huge-font-size\" style=\"color:#74008b\"><strong>Key Notes :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-3ffd5d90b9c41adc3edfb5d6675d9dea\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Definition of Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"875\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-62.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14962\" style=\"width:469px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-62.png 875w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-62-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-62-768x499.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 875px) 100vw, 875px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants make their own food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-0874bc96fef783fcd6ff97d909565018\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Raw Materials Needed<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Carbon dioxide (CO\u2082)<\/strong>: Absorbed from the air through small pores called stomata in leaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water (H\u2082O)<\/strong>: Absorbed from the soil by roots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunlight<\/strong>: The energy source for the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chlorophyll<\/strong>: The green pigment in leaves that captures sunlight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-5ecf37e485d3c9e36609ed88d80b65e7\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>The Process of Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">Takes place in the <strong>chloroplasts<\/strong> of plant cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">Involves a chemical reaction:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"619\" height=\"64\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-57.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14949\" style=\"width:561px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-57.png 619w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-57-300x31.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 619px) 100vw, 619px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Glucose (C\u2086H\u2081\u2082O\u2086)<\/strong> is produced as food, and oxygen (O\u2082) is released as a by-product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-63880fe8f245e49a5f59b352c87d8365\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Role of Chlorophyll<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which provides the energy needed to combine carbon dioxide and water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-c5cd5f5892552f69c01982627779ae46\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Importance of Sunlight<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Acts as the energy source to drive the chemical reactions in photosynthesis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-8c35eb5b95bdc2b5cb8336af36ba4fb5\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Products of Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-63.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14964\" style=\"width:427px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-63.png 700w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-63-300x171.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Glucose<\/strong>: Used as energy for the plant or stored as starch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oxygen<\/strong>: Released into the atmosphere, essential for respiration in animals and humans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-6a6d8d882ec36277d4168c66768b6e0c\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Significance of Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Provides food and energy for plants, animals, and humans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps maintain the oxygen-carbon dioxide balance in the environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports the food chain as plants are primary producers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-ac5f40dd2924697c9f3e7bd25ce1b58f\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Factors Affecting Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Light intensity<\/strong>: More light increases the rate of photosynthesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carbon dioxide levels<\/strong>: Higher CO\u2082 levels boost photosynthesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water availability<\/strong>: Insufficient water can slow or stop the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Extremely low or high temperatures can inhibit photosynthesis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-faafaa254bf259f76121ae7288e17392\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Adaptations of Leaves for Photosynthesis<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Broad surface area<\/strong>: Maximizes sunlight capture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thin structure<\/strong>: Ensures efficient gas exchange.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chloroplasts<\/strong>: Contain chlorophyll for trapping light energy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-d216a40b5a32bfe433054089f872251d\" style=\"color:#000060\"><strong>Applications in Real Life<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-large-font-size\">\n<li>Basis of agriculture and crop production.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps in reforestation and maintaining ecological balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contributes to oxygen generation for the survival of all living beings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-large-font-size\" style=\"color:#d90000\"><strong>Let&#8217;s practice!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/75813\/103\/280\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-4.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-3-4-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/75840\/011\/547\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-3.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Worksheet-1-1-2-3-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Photosynthesis &#8211; Food-Making Process In Plants Key Notes : Definition of Photosynthesis: Raw Materials Needed: The Process of Photosynthesis: Takes place in the chloroplasts of plant cells. Involves a chemical reaction: Glucose (C\u2086H\u2081\u2082O\u2086) is produced as food, and oxygen (O\u2082) is released as a by-product. 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