Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Review

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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, usually from the sun, 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 (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose.

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What is the main energy carrier in cells?

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The main energy carrier in cells is ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A chemical reaction is a process that involves the rearrangement of atoms in a substance to form a new substance.

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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Anaerobic respiration is a type of respiration that occurs without oxygen, resulting in the production of energy and byproducts such as lactic acid or ethanol.

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What do plants release during photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen as a byproduct during photosynthesis.

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What do animals and plants have in common regarding cellular respiration?

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Both animals and plants perform cellular respiration to convert glucose into energy.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy, carbon dioxide, and water.