Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Flashcard

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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 the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs.

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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 is the overall equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

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What are the three main stages of cellular respiration?

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The three main stages are Glycolysis, the Krebs Cycle, and the Electron Transport Chain (ETC).

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Where does glycolysis occur?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles where the Krebs Cycle and Electron Transport Chain occur, producing ATP.

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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 significance of the cristae in mitochondria?

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Cristae are the folded inner membranes of mitochondria that increase the surface area for ATP production during the Electron Transport Chain.