Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, and ATP

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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 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 ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to store and transfer energy for various cellular processes.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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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 are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration where glucose is broken down into pyruvic acid, producing a small amount of ATP.

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Where does the Krebs Cycle take place?

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The Krebs Cycle takes place in the mitochondria of cells.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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How do plants and animals depend on each other in terms of respiration and photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide released by animals and release oxygen, which animals need for cellular respiration.