Cellular Processes & Energy

Front

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

Back

the sun

Front

What process is the foundation (base) of all food webs?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

After photosynthesis, plants store their energy as _________.

Back

glucose (sugar)

Front

What are the 2 products of photosynthesis?

Back

sugar and O2

Front

Which organelle is the site of Cell Respiration in Eukaryotes?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

Define Photosynthesis.

Back

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

Front

What is Cellular Respiration?

Back

The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

Front

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

Front

What is the equation for photosynthesis?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen.