Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Flashcard

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What is the main product of Cellular Respiration?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)

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What is the primary organelle responsible for Cellular Respiration?

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Mitochondria

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What is Glycolysis?

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The first step of Cellular Respiration that occurs in the cytoplasm, breaking down glucose to produce ATP.

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What does 'Anaerobic' mean in the context of Cellular Respiration?

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It means there is no oxygen present.

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Where does Glycolysis occur?

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In the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the total number of ATP produced at the end of Cellular Respiration?

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38 ATP molecules.

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What is the difference between Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration?

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Photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy (glucose), while Cellular Respiration converts glucose into usable energy (ATP).

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What is Chemosynthesis?

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A process by which certain organisms convert carbon molecules and nutrients into organic matter using the oxidation of inorganic molecules, rather than sunlight.

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Where can Chemosynthesis occur?

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At the bottom of the ocean, in environments without sunlight.

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What is the role of Chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles where Photosynthesis occurs, converting sunlight into glucose.