Photosynthesis and Cellular 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 into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce ATP, releasing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that perform photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy (glucose).

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What is the role of mitochondria in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are organelles in cells that perform cellular respiration, breaking down glucose to produce ATP.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a molecule that stores and provides energy for cellular processes.

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What gas is consumed during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is consumed during photosynthesis.

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What gas is produced during cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide is produced during cellular respiration.

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What gas is produced during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is produced during photosynthesis.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP.