Chemistry, Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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What does the symbol H stand for?

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The symbol H stands for Hydrogen, which is the first element on the periodic table.

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In which organelle does photosynthesis take place?

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Photosynthesis takes place in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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In which organelle does cellular respiration take place?

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Cellular respiration takes place in the mitochondria of cells.

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What are reactants in a chemical reaction?

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Reactants are the starting substances in a chemical reaction, found on the left side of the equation.

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What are products in a chemical reaction?

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Products are the substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction, found on the right side of the equation.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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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, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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The chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.