P/CR and Enzymes Flashcard

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What is the process of 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, and releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The chemical equation for photosynthesis is @@6 ext{CO}_2 + 6 ext{H}_2 ext{O} ightarrow ext{C}_6 ext{H}_{12} ext{O}_6 + 6 ext{O}_2@@.

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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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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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The chemical equation for cellular respiration is @@ ext{C}_6 ext{H}_{12} ext{O}_6 + 6 ext{O}_2 ightarrow 6 ext{CO}_2 + 6 ext{H}_2 ext{O}@@.

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What role do enzymes play in chemical reactions?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.

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What happens to the rate of a chemical reaction when an enzyme is present?

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The rate of the chemical reaction increases when an enzyme is present.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What are enzymes made of?

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Enzymes are primarily made of proteins.

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Do enzymes get used up in reactions?

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No, enzymes are not used up in reactions; they remain unchanged after the reaction.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Factors that can affect enzyme activity include temperature, pH, and substrate concentration.