Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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Where does cellular respiration occur in cells?

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Mitochondria

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What is the overall purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose (energy) and oxygen.

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the products in the cellular respiration equation?

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Carbon dioxide, water, and energy (ATP).

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What do we mean by Aerobic respiration?

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Respiration that requires oxygen.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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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 cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP).

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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.