Definition

A type of chemical compound that plays a role in the process of photosynthesis by helping to transport electrons.

Example

Plastoquinone is essential for the photosynthetic process in plants.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of plastoquinone?

No, what is that?

It's a compound involved in the electron transport process of photosynthesis.

That sounds interesting! I had no idea plants used something like plastoquinone to produce energy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plastoquinone is formed from "plast" (from Greek "plastos", meaning molded or formed) and "quinone" (from the Latin "quinone", derived from "quinic acid", referring to a class of cyclic organic compounds). The word describes a compound involved in the photosynthetic process, specifically related to the molded structures in chloroplasts and their role in electron transport.

Memory Tip

Think of 'plast' meaning 'molded' to remember that 'plastoquinone' is related to the molded structures in plants that help in photosynthesis.

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