Bio Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Review

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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 are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions (Calvin Cycle).

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis, which absorbs light energy.

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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 are the three main stages of cellular respiration?

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The three main stages of cellular respiration are glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.

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Where does glycolysis occur?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm (cytosol) of the cell.

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What is the role of the Krebs cycle?

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The Krebs cycle (Citric Acid Cycle) processes acetyl-CoA to produce electron carriers (NADH and FADH2) and ATP.

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What is the function of the electron transport chain?

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The electron transport chain uses electrons from NADH and FADH2 to create a proton gradient that drives ATP synthesis.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.