Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Flashcard

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What gas do plants absorb during photosynthesis?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight to provide energy for the process.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Water (H2O)

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C6H12O6)

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What is the waste product released during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O2)

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What is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem?

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It produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for life.

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What is the light-dependent reaction in photosynthesis?

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It is the phase where sunlight is captured and converted into ATP and NADPH.