Cell Energy

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What is a heterotroph?

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An organism that needs to consume food for energy.

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What is an autotroph?

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An organism that can make its own food.

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Where does photosynthesis take place?

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In the chloroplast.

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What is energy?

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The ability to do work.

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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To convert glucose to usable energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which autotrophs convert sunlight into glucose.

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What are the two main types of organisms based on energy acquisition?

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Autotrophs and heterotrophs.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight to help convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.