Photosynthesis an Cell 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 break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce energy in the form of ATP, releasing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in eukaryotic cells?

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Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells.

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What are autotrophs?

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Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food using light or chemical energy, such as plants and some bacteria.

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What are heterotrophs?

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Heterotrophs are organisms that cannot make their own food and must consume other organisms for energy, such as animals and fungi.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose (C6H12O6), which serves as an energy source for the plant.

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What is the main byproduct of cellular respiration?

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The main byproduct of cellular respiration is carbon dioxide (CO2), which is released into the atmosphere.