Photosynthesis & Cell Respirations Topic Assessment Review

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Which plant pigment traps most of the light energy used in photosynthesis?

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

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True or False: Plants carry out cellular respiration using the same chemical process that occurs in animals.

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False. While both plants and animals perform cellular respiration, the processes differ in certain aspects.

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What is the word equation for cellular respiration?

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Glucose + Oxygen -> Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy.

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Glucose is a(n) ______ that forms when carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen join chemically.

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Glucose is a compound.

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True or False: Cellular respiration is a chemical process that enables organisms to convert food into energy.

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True. Cellular respiration allows organisms to convert glucose into usable energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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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 is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for the photosynthesis process.

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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 chemical energy (glucose) into usable energy (ATP).

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What is the significance of cellular respiration for living organisms?

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Cellular respiration is crucial for providing energy to cells, enabling them to perform various functions.