Photosynthesis

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What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biochemical reactions.

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How do heterotrophs obtain their energy?

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Heterotrophs obtain energy by consuming other living or once-living organisms.

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What is the general equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆.

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What distinguishes autotrophs from heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs produce their own food through processes like photosynthesis, while heterotrophs rely on consuming other organisms.

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In which organelles does photosynthesis take place?

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Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle).

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What is the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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What is the significance of the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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The oxygen produced during photosynthesis is released into the atmosphere and is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.

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What is the difference between light-dependent and light-independent reactions?

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Light-dependent reactions require sunlight to produce ATP and NADPH, while light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle) use ATP and NADPH to synthesize glucose.

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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?

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The primary product of photosynthesis is glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆).