Cellular Energy

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and sugar (glucose)

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Which formula represents photosynthesis?

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6 H₂O + 6 CO₂ = C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂

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What do plants need from the air for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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To release energy from food

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and glucose

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Define photosynthesis.

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

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What is cellular respiration?

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

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂ = 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O + energy

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What is the main energy currency of the cell?

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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)