Respiration and Photosynthesis

Front

What is the location inside of a plant cell where the process of photosynthesis occurs?

Back

Chloroplasts

Front

What pigment fills chloroplasts and absorbs sunlight?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

What is a product of photosynthesis that is also a reactant for cellular respiration?

Back

Oxygen

Front

Where does cellular respiration occur?

Back

In plants and animals

Front

What is the process plants use to turn sunlight into food?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To convert glucose into usable energy (ATP) for the cell.

Front

What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

Back

Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

Front

What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Front

What is the main energy currency of the cell produced during cellular respiration?

Back

ATP (Adenosine triphosphate)