1. The document summarizes the process of photosynthesis, including the historical background, the light and dark reactions, and factors that affect photosynthesis. 2. Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant leaves and involves the light-dependent and light-independent reactions. The light reactions convert solar energy to chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH. 3. The Calvin cycle uses ATP, NADPH, and carbon dioxide to produce glucose in the light-independent reactions. Photosynthesis is essential as it provides oxygen and food, and consumes carbon dioxide.