Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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The main source of energy for all life comes from ________

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the Sun

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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oxygen and glucose

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Pigment in green plants that captures the energy in sunlight is called __________.

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chlorophyll

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the formula for cellular respiration?

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

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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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 products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.