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.

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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 source of energy for plants?

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The main source of energy for plants is sunlight.

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What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide (CO2), and water to perform photosynthesis.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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The reactants of cellular respiration are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen, which are used in cellular respiration to produce 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, allowing photosynthesis to occur.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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

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