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 is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells, playing a crucial role in cellular respiration.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What are the main products of cellular respiration?

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The main products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide, water, and energy (in the form of ATP).

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the air through small openings in their leaves called stomata.

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What is the significance of oxygen in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is released as a byproduct of photosynthesis and is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms, including humans.

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What is the significance of carbon dioxide in cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide is produced as a waste product during cellular respiration and is expelled from the body.