Cellular Energy

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What is the ultimate ORIGINAL source of energy for living things?

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The Sun is the ultimate original source of energy for living things.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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

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Where does cellular respiration occur in cells?

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Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria of cells.

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What do plants need from the air for photosynthesis?

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Plants need carbon dioxide from the air for photosynthesis.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is 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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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What role do mitochondria play in cellular energy?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where cellular respiration takes place to produce ATP.

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the energy currency of the cell, used to store and transfer energy.

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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.