Cell Respiration vs Photosynthesis

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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, and releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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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. It occurs in the mitochondria of cells.

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How do trees gain mass?

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Trees gain mass through carbon that comes from carbon dioxide used during photosynthesis.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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The main purpose of photosynthesis is to convert solar energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, which serves as food for the plant.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to convert the chemical energy stored in glucose into usable energy (ATP) for cellular activities.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in cells?

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Cellular respiration occurs primarily in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O), along with sunlight.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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The reactants of cellular respiration are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).