T4L5&6 Flashcard: Photosynthesis & Cellular Energy

Front

What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

Back

To convert sunlight into chemical energy

Front

What pigment in plants absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

Which of the following organisms is an autotroph? A mushroom, A wolf, A tree, A human

Back

A tree

Front

What two products result from photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen and glucose

Front

Where in plant cells does photosynthesis occur?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

Which gas is required for photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide

Front

What do heterotrophs rely on for energy?

Back

Other organisms

Front

Cellular respiration mainly occurs in which organelle?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To break down glucose and release energy

Front

What is the main energy molecule produced during cellular respiration?

Back

ATP