Photosynthesis/Cell Respiration

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What gas is released by plants during photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen is released by plants during photosynthesis.

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What is one of the "ingredients" for photosynthesis?

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Carbon Dioxide is one of the ingredients for photosynthesis.

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The purpose of cellular respiration is to

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The purpose of cellular respiration is to make ATP.

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The main source of energy for all life comes from ____.

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The main source of energy for all life comes from the Sun.

Front

What is another name for a producer?

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Another name for a producer is autotroph.

Front

Define photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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What is ATP and why is it important?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, while cellular respiration uses glucose and oxygen to produce ATP, carbon dioxide, and water.