Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Flashcard

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration interconnected?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce ATP.

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What is the primary function of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is the primary function of cellular respiration?

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To convert glucose into ATP, which is usable energy for cells.

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What is glycolysis?

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The first stage of cellular respiration that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, producing 2 ATP.

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What is the role of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain, allowing ATP production.

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What are light-dependent reactions?

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Reactions in photosynthesis that require light to produce ATP and NADPH, releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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What are light-independent reactions (Calvin Cycle)?

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Reactions in photosynthesis that do not require light, using ATP and NADPH to convert CO2 into glucose.

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.