Photosynthesis vs Cellular Respiration Flashcard

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In which cell organelle does PHOTOSYNTHESIS take place?

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The chloroplast

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Which organelle does aerobic cellular respiration happen in?

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Mitochondria

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What is referred to as the energy currency of the cell?

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ATP

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Aerobic respiration is different from anaerobic respiration in that aerobic respiration needs...

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oxygen

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In what step of cellular respiration is glucose broken down?

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Glycolysis

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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 the main purpose of photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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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 produced during the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?

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ATP and NADPH.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun.