Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are autotrophs?

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Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food from inorganic substances. They are also known as producers.

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What are heterotrophs?

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Heterotrophs are organisms that cannot produce their own food and must consume other organisms for energy.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed to drive the chemical reactions that convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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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 (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in prokaryotic cells?

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In prokaryotic cells, cellular respiration occurs in the cytoplasm.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in eukaryotic cells?

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In eukaryotic cells, cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to convert biochemical energy from nutrients into ATP, which is used as energy by the cell.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.