Photosynthesis / Respiration

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What is the primary energy currency of the cell?

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Adenosine Tri-Phosphate (ATP) is the primary energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What are guard cells?

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Guard cells are specialized cells that control the opening and closing of stomata, regulating gas exchange in plants.

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Can the Calvin cycle occur during the day?

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True. The Calvin cycle can occur during the day as it does not require light directly, but it uses the products of light-dependent reactions.

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What enzyme helps add a phosphate to ADP to form ATP?

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ATP Synthase is the enzyme that facilitates the addition of a phosphate group to ADP, converting it into ATP.

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What happens when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?

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Removing a phosphate group from ATP releases energy, which can be used for cellular work.

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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.

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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 Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is respiration in biological terms?

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Respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more energy (ATP) compared to anaerobic respiration, which occurs without oxygen.