Educational Photosynthesis Diagram

This diagram illustrates the two primary stages of photosynthesis occurring within a chloroplast: the light reactions and the Calvin cycle. The light reactions, taking place in the thylakoids, capture light energy and use water to produce oxygen, along with ATP and NADPH. These essential energy-carrying molecules then fuel the Calvin cycle in the stroma, where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose. The visual effectively shows how light energy is harnessed and sugars are synthesized, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these vital biological pathways.

photosynthesis - chloroplast - light reactions - calvin cycle - glucose - plant biology