Photosynthesis and 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 as raw materials.

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What are the inputs of photosynthesis?

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The inputs of photosynthesis are water (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), and light energy.

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What are the outputs of photosynthesis?

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The outputs of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The chemical equation for photosynthesis is: sunlight + 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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

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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 are the inputs of cellular respiration?

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The inputs of cellular respiration are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the outputs of cellular respiration?

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The outputs of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and energy (ATP).

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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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The chemical equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are interconnected processes; the products of photosynthesis (glucose and oxygen) are the reactants for cellular respiration, and vice versa.