Understand Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Processes

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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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 the equation for cellular respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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Where does cellular respiration occur in cells?

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Cellular respiration occurs in the mitochondria of cells.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy-rich compound produced during cellular respiration that powers cellular activities.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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The reactants of cellular respiration are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).