Photosynthesis / 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 the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose (sugar) and oxygen.

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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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How do plants obtain energy?

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Plants obtain energy through photosynthesis, where they convert sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose and oxygen.

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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 significance of ATP in cellular respiration?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

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Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are interconnected processes; photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce energy.

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What type of organisms perform photosynthesis?

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Organisms that perform photosynthesis include plants, algae, and some bacteria.