Q2 Exam Review

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What gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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In which organelle does aerobic cellular respiration occur?

Back

Aerobic cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria.

Front

What condition prevents the Krebs cycle from occurring?

Back

The Krebs cycle does not occur if oxygen is not present.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

Osmosis is the diffusion of water across a membrane.

Front

What phase of cell division is characterized by the separation of sister chromatids?

Back

Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are separated.

Front

Define photosynthesis.

Back

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

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

Back

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where energy production occurs through cellular respiration.

Front

Explain the significance of the Krebs cycle.

Back

The Krebs cycle is crucial for energy production as it generates electron carriers used in the electron transport chain.

Front

What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?

Back

Diffusion is the movement of particles from an area of high concentration to low concentration, while osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water.

Front

What happens during glycolysis?

Back

Glycolysis is the process that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP.