Unit 3 SOL Review: Cell Processes

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

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What happens during interphase?

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During interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis. It is the longest phase of the cell cycle.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration interconnected?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce ATP, while cellular respiration releases carbon dioxide and water, which are used in photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs, containing chlorophyll that captures light energy.

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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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What occurs during mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division where one cell divides to produce two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What is the significance of the mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they generate ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells in terms of photosynthesis?

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Plant cells contain chloroplasts for photosynthesis, while animal cells do not, as animals obtain energy by consuming other organisms.