Cellular Respiration

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism is the process of converting food into energy.

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Which type of organism benefits directly from increased levels of CO2?

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Trees benefit directly from increased levels of CO2.

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What type of energy is stored in glucose and ATP?

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The energy stored in glucose and ATP is referred to as chemical energy.

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What is one of the materials needed for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is one of the materials needed for photosynthesis.

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Which organisms undergo cellular respiration?

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Both animals and plants undergo cellular respiration.

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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 is the role of mitochondria in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles where cellular respiration occurs, producing ATP.

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What is ATP?

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

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP).

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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Anaerobic respiration is a type of respiration that occurs without oxygen, producing less energy.