2024 Photosynthesis/ Cellular Respiration/ Metabolism & Enzymes

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What is the function of the stomata?

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Gas exchange and moisture control.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The region on the enzyme where the substrate binds.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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CO2 + H2O ---> C6H12O6 + O2.

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What is the compound C6H12O6?

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Glucose.

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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O2 + C6H12O6 ---> CO2 + H2O + 36 ATP.

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What is 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 role do enzymes play in metabolism?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is a substrate in enzymatic reactions?

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The substance on which an enzyme acts.

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What is the importance of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP serves as the primary energy currency of the cell.