Energy Flow in Organisms Vocab Flashcard

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What does the term 'chemical reaction' refer to?

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The process by which substances change to produce different substances.

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What is cellular respiration primarily used for?

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To obtain energy from nutrients.

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What role does oxygen play in the process of respiration?

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It is used by animals for respiration.

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What is energy defined as in a system?

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The ability to do work.

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Which gas is produced by cells during cellular respiration?

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Carbon Dioxide.

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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 the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose.

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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, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

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The Sun.