Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis

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What are the reactants in cellular respiration?

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Glucose and oxygen are the reactants in cellular respiration.

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What is the correct equation for photosynthesis?

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CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar

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Where do animals get the oxygen and glucose they need for cellular respiration?

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Animals get oxygen and glucose from plants.

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What gas is released into the air during cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide is released during cellular respiration.

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Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration?

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The mitochondria are responsible for cellular respiration.

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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, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose and oxygen.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy molecule used by cells to perform work.

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What role do chloroplasts play in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs.