Photosynthesis and Respiration

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What is cellular respiration?

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The breakdown of glucose to release ATP.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Sugar and Oxygen.

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What do all living things do?

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Respiration.

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What is the goal of cellular respiration?

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To make ATP.

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What is the primary energy carrier in cells?

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ATP.

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What is photosynthesis?

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

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

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What is aerobic respiration?

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A type of cellular respiration that requires oxygen to produce ATP.

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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A type of cellular respiration that occurs without oxygen, producing less ATP.