DC Biology Elephant Storyline Review

Front

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

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What are the main elements found in proteins?

Back

Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen

Front

True or False: Plants can perform both cellular respiration and photosynthesis.

Back

True

Front

What organisms are capable of cellular respiration?

Back

Both plants and animals

Front

What is the byproduct of photosynthesis that is essential for animal life?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the process called where glucose is broken down to release energy in the presence of oxygen?

Back

Aerobic respiration

Front

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To convert biochemical energy from nutrients into ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

Back

Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.