Cellular Energy

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What is the process of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process in which energy from sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water are used to produce glucose.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O + Sunlight → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process in which glucose molecules are broken down using oxygen to release energy.

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Where does almost all the energy on Earth originate?

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The Sun.

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Why do photosynthetic organisms perform photosynthesis?

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To make glucose to use in cellular respiration for themselves.

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆).

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What gas is released during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen (O₂).

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that captures sunlight for photosynthesis.

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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 significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis provides oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for life.