Cellular Energy Processes

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The main source of energy for all life comes from ____.

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the sun

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In which organelle does photosynthesis take place?

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chloroplast

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The reactants of photosynthesis are _____.

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carbon dioxide and water.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration different?

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Photosynthesis uses carbon dioxide, while cellular respiration produces carbon dioxide.

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What is the definition of a heterotroph?

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An organism that has to eat other organisms to obtain energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

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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 absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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What are autotrophs?

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Organisms that can produce their own food from inorganic substances.

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What is ATP and its role in cellular processes?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular functions.