Grade 6 Biology Photosynthesis Worksheet
Grade 6 Biology Photosynthesis Worksheet
Grade 6 Biology Photosynthesis Worksheet
Date: ____________________
Teacher: ____________________
2. Photosynthesis Equation:
In cities, trees and plants are often planted along roadsides. How does this help in reducing
pollution, particularly carbon dioxide?
Answer: Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen through photosynthesis, thus
helping in reducing pollution.
2. Critical Thinking:
During a science experiment, a plant is placed in a dark room with water and air. Will the
plant be able to perform photosynthesis? Why or why not?
Answer: No, the plant will not be able to perform photosynthesis because sunlight is
essential for the process.
Label the parts of the leaf involved in photosynthesis: Chloroplast, Stomata, Water intake,
Oxygen release.
Explain why cutting down rainforests (deforestation) can negatively impact the
environment, particularly in terms of oxygen production.
Answer: Deforestation reduces the number of trees, leading to less oxygen production and
increased carbon dioxide levels, which contributes to global warming.
Answer: Photosynthesis produces the glucose that plants use to grow. These plants are then
eaten by animals, and the energy is passed through the food chain, including to humans.
Design a simple experiment to test if sunlight is necessary for photosynthesis. Use the
following materials: two identical plants, water, a sunny window, and a dark closet.
What will be your independent variable?
Answer: Independent variable - Sunlight exposure. Dependent variable - Plant growth and
photosynthesis. The plant in sunlight will thrive, while the one in the dark will not.
A) Roots
B) Stem
C) Leaves
D) Flowers
Answer: C) Leaves
A) Oxygen
B) Carbon dioxide
C) Nitrogen
D) Hydrogen
Explain how planting more trees can help reduce the effects of global warming.
Answer: Planting more trees increases the number of plants performing photosynthesis,
which absorbs more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, reducing the greenhouse effect
and mitigating global warming.
4. Brown leaves are often seen during autumn or in plants that are stressed or
unhealthy. Do you think these brown leaves can still perform photosynthesis? Why
or why not?
Answer:
Brown leaves cannot perform photosynthesis effectively because they lack
chlorophyll, the green pigment needed to absorb sunlight. Without chlorophyll, the
leaves are unable to convert sunlight into energy, which is essential for
photosynthesis.