Cellular Processes (Transport & Cellular Respiration) 4B

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What is the primary function of mitochondria in cellular processes?

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Mitochondria are responsible for producing ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is ATP and why is it important for cells?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the difference between active transport and passive transport?

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Active transport requires energy (ATP) to move substances against their concentration gradient, while passive transport does not require energy and moves substances along their concentration gradient.

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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 ATP, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What role does glucose play in cellular processes?

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Glucose is a major source of energy for cellular processes in both plants and animals.

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What is the significance of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is essential for aerobic cellular respiration, as it is used to produce ATP in mitochondria.

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What is the process of osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are ATP, carbon dioxide, and water.

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How does temperature affect cellular respiration?

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Increased temperature can enhance the rate of cellular respiration, as seen in mammals during infections.

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What is passive transport?

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Passive transport is the movement of substances across a cell membrane without the use of energy, including processes like diffusion and osmosis.