Photosynthesis and Respiration

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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, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the primary function of respiration in living organisms?

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The primary function of respiration is to convert the energy stored in glucose into ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which cells use for energy.

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What are autotrophs?

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Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food from inorganic substances, using light or chemical energy.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) + 6H2O (Water) + light energy -> C6H12O6 (Glucose) + 6O2 (Oxygen)