Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What molecule stores the energy needed for all of our cellular functions?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the primary energy carrier in all living organisms.

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What organelle performs photosynthesis (converting light energy into chemical energy, or glucose)?

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Chloroplast is the organelle in plant cells that conducts photosynthesis.

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What organelle performs cellular respiration (breaking down glucose into usable energy, ATP)?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where cellular respiration occurs.

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Photosynthesis happens in which type of cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in plant cells, specifically within chloroplasts.

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What gas does cellular respiration release?

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Cellular respiration releases carbon dioxide as a byproduct.

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2 (Carbon dioxide + Water + Light energy produces Glucose + Oxygen).

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What is the overall equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP (Glucose + Oxygen produces Carbon dioxide + Water + Energy).

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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 light energy for photosynthesis.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages are the light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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The primary purpose of cellular respiration is to convert biochemical energy from nutrients into ATP.