Cellular Respiration

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2)

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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Glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2)

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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To produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate) for energy.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, while cellular respiration uses glucose and oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

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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, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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In which organelle does cellular respiration primarily occur?

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Mitochondria.

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What is the role of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain, allowing for the production of ATP.

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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A form of respiration that occurs without oxygen, producing less ATP and resulting in byproducts like lactic acid or ethanol.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and produces less ATP.

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