Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What does photosynthesis produce?

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Photosynthesis produces glucose and oxygen from carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight.

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What does cellular respiration break down?

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Cellular respiration breaks down glucose and oxygen to create carbon dioxide, water, and ATP (energy) for the cell.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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These processes are complementary: the products of one are the reactants of the other, forming a vital cycle for life on Earth.

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Where does photosynthesis occur?

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Photosynthesis occurs in chloroplasts in plants and other phototrophs.

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Where does cellular respiration take place?

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Cellular respiration takes place in the mitochondria of all living organisms.

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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The main purpose of photosynthesis is to convert solar energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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Which pigment is essential for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the essential pigment that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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What is the energy currency produced by cellular respiration?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency produced by cellular respiration.

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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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The chloroplast is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What gas is taken in by plants during photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide (CO₂) during photosynthesis.