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, 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 cellular respiration?

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The main products of cellular respiration are energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures light energy from the sun, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

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Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria of the cell.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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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 + energy (ATP).

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What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that serve as food for most living organisms.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

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