Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What do plants need from the air for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To make glucose.

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Which of the following is NOT needed in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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What is produced during cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide.

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How do plants obtain energy for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight is absorbed by the leaves.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants convert sunlight into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.