AP Biology Photosynthesis/Respiration Flashcard

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What is the main product of the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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ATP, NADPH, and Oxygen are produced; Glucose is NOT produced.

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What are the products of the first step of cellular respiration?

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Pyruvate, NADH, and 2 ATP.

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Where do the electrons in the electron transport chain originate from?

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The electrons initially belonged to NADH and FADH2.

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What is the key difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.

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What is produced as a result of the Electron Transport Chain?

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Water (H2O) is produced.

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Define photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the overall equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the first step of cellular respiration that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP and NADH.

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What is the Krebs cycle?

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The Krebs cycle is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA.