Photosynthesis and Cell 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 break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is used as energy by the cell.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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The main purpose of photosynthesis is to convert solar energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, which can be used by the plant and other organisms for energy.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to convert the chemical energy stored in glucose into ATP, which provides energy for cellular activities.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O), which are converted into glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

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How do photosynthesis and cellular respiration relate to each other?

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Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are interconnected processes; the oxygen and glucose produced in photosynthesis are used in cellular respiration, while the carbon dioxide and water produced in cellular respiration are used in photosynthesis.

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What is ATP and why is it important?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes, including muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and biosynthesis.

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What role do chloroplasts play in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs; they contain chlorophyll, which captures light energy.

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What role do mitochondria play in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles in cells where cellular respiration occurs; they convert the energy stored in glucose into ATP.