MD: Flashcardizz Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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Where in the cell does cellular respiration take place?

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The mitochondria

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What process must cells undergo to convert the energy stored in glucose (C6H12O6) into usable cell energy (ATP)?

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Cellular respiration

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In which cell organelle does PHOTOSYNTHESIS take place?

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The chloroplast

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What does C6H12O6 tell you about the glucose molecule?

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It has 6 carbon (C) atoms, 12 hydrogen (H) atoms, and 6 oxygen (O) atoms.

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What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

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Water (H2O) + Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Sunlight Energy.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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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 ATP and why is it important?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used for energy transfer.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle (light-independent reactions).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the photosynthesis process.