Applied Photosynthesis and ATP Flashcard Review

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How do autotrophs make their own food?

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Autotrophs make their own food through the process of photosynthesis, where they convert light energy into chemical energy.

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Photosynthesis occurs in what organelle?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplast, which contains chlorophyll that captures light energy.

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Which is a high energy molecule used by living things?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a high energy molecule used by living organisms for energy transfer.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are sugars (glucose) and oxygen.

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What gas is absorbed by the leaf of plants during photosynthesis?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis, responsible for capturing light energy.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the chemical reactions of photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs produce their own food through photosynthesis, while heterotrophs obtain food by consuming other organisms.

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What is the function of ATP in cells?

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ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.