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 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 the balanced equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the main energy molecule produced in cellular respiration?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the main energy molecule produced.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis, responsible for absorbing light energy.

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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The reactants in the photosynthesis equation are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy required to drive the chemical reactions in photosynthesis.

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What is aerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration is a type of cellular respiration that requires oxygen to produce energy.