Flashcard Photosynthesis Cellular Respiration Carbon Cycle

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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 cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The equation for cellular respiration is: glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water + energy (ATP).

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What role does carbon dioxide play in photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is a reactant in photosynthesis; it is absorbed by plants and used to produce glucose.

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What role does oxygen play in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is a reactant in cellular respiration; it is used to help convert glucose into energy.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through small openings in their leaves called stomata.

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What is the significance of the oxygen produced in photosynthesis?

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The oxygen produced in photosynthesis is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms, including humans, as it is used in cellular respiration.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged between the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms, involving processes like photosynthesis, respiration, and decomposition.

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