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, and releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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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 main product of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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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 electron transport chain?

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The electron transport chain is a series of protein complexes in the inner mitochondrial membrane that transfer electrons and pump protons to produce ATP.

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What is the Krebs Cycle?

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The Krebs Cycle, also known as the citric acid cycle, is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA.

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What is the main product of cellular respiration?

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The main product of cellular respiration is ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is used as energy by cells.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration interconnected?

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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are interconnected as they have opposite equations; the products of photosynthesis (glucose and oxygen) are the reactants for cellular respiration.