Cell Energy Phrases

Front

What is the primary process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the main product of cellular respiration?

Back

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Front

Which process occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What gas do plants release into the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen (O2)

Front

What is the role of glucose in cellular respiration?

Back

It is broken down to release energy.

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

Back

6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

Front

What is the overall equation for cellular respiration?

Back

C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP)

Front

In which organelle does cellular respiration primarily occur?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

Back

They are complementary processes; the products of one are the reactants of the other.

Front

What is the significance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is essential for photosynthesis.