Photosynthesis and Respiration

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What is the process of cellular respiration?

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The breakdown of glucose to release ATP.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in eukaryotic cells?

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In the chloroplasts.

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What are the inputs and outputs of the Calvin cycle?

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Inputs: CO2; Outputs: C6H12O6 (glucose).

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What is produced at the end of the Electron Transport Chain during cellular respiration?

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H2O.

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What is the purpose of glycolysis?

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To break down glucose to form two 3-carbon molecules.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is ATP and why is it important?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.

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What role do chlorophyll pigments play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily in the blue and red wavelengths, to drive the photosynthetic process.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, while cellular respiration converts glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide and water, releasing energy.