Cell Energy (Photosynthesis and Cell Respiration)

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which sugar is converted into energy (ATP) by living organisms.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

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Mitochondria.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in the cell?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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To convert biochemical energy from nutrients into ATP, and then release waste products.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and ATP.