Photosynthesis and Respiration

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What is cellular respiration?

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The breakdown of glucose to release ATP.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What energy source do plants use for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

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Mitochondria.

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What is produced during photosynthesis?

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Glucose.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the byproduct of cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide and water.