Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (a sugar) and oxygen.

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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 (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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How do photosynthesis and cellular respiration relate to each other?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy, while cellular respiration releases carbon dioxide and water, which are used in photosynthesis.

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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, containing chlorophyll that captures light energy.

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What is the significance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What is ATP and its role in cellular respiration?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, produced during cellular respiration to provide energy for various cellular processes.

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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 is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP).