Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy?

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photosynthesis

Front

Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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chloroplast

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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light-dependent reactions and Calvin cycle

Front

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

Front

During which stage of photosynthesis is oxygen released?

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Light-dependent reactions

Front

What is the purpose of the light-dependent reactions in photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy

Front

What is the final product of the light-independent reactions in photosynthesis?

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glucose

Front

What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6O2

Front

What is the process by which cells break down glucose to release energy?

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Cellular respiration

Front

Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration in eukaryotic cells?

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mitochondria