Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis Review

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What is the process by which plants make their own food?

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Photosynthesis.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6 CO2 + 6 H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6 O2.

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What is the primary function of chlorophyll in plants?

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To absorb light energy for photosynthesis.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells break down glucose and other molecules to produce energy (ATP).

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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6 O2 -> 6 CO2 + 6 H2O + ATP.

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Which organisms perform cellular respiration?

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Both animals and plants.

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.

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What are the two main stages of cellular respiration?

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Glycolysis and the Krebs cycle (Citric Acid Cycle).

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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In the chloroplasts.