Introduction to Cellular Energy and Photosynthesis

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What is the energy-carrying biological molecule that drives cellular activities when broken down?

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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)

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Does photosynthesis store energy?

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True

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and Oxygen

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What is the primary source of energy for life on Earth?

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Sunlight

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a pigment.

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

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Photosynthesis

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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What is the function of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP provides energy for various cellular activities.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.