Photosynthesis and Respiration

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process in which plants make their food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What do plants produce during photosynthesis?

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Glucose and Oxygen.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the goal of cellular respiration?

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To make ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces oxygen and glucose, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What happens to carbon dioxide during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is absorbed by plants and used to produce glucose.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.