Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration & Carbon Cycle

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, primarily converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The breakdown of glucose to release ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is used as energy by cells.

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What do plants produce during photosynthesis?

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Glucose (sugar) and oxygen.

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What is the role of carbon dioxide in photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is absorbed by plants and used to produce glucose during photosynthesis.

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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To convert glucose energy into ATP energy for cellular functions.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The continuous process by which carbon is exchanged between living organisms, the atmosphere, and the Earth.

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What do plants store their energy as after photosynthesis?

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Glucose (sugar).

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What gas do animals produce during cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, while cellular respiration uses glucose and oxygen to produce energy, releasing carbon dioxide and water.

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True or False: All of the carbon in existence is continually recycled in the carbon cycle.

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True.