Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration

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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 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 organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the main pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the main pigment involved in photosynthesis, allowing plants to absorb light energy.

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Where does photosynthesis primarily take place in plants?

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Photosynthesis primarily takes place in the leaves of plants, specifically in the chloroplasts.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O), which are converted into glucose and oxygen.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are energy (ATP), carbon dioxide (CO2), and water (H2O).

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What is glucose's role in living organisms?

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Glucose serves as a primary energy source for living organisms and is used in cellular respiration to produce ATP.