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Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Quiz

Total questions: 14

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
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1.

Which substance is NOT cycled by the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

a)

carbon

b)

ATP

c)

nitrogen

d)

oxygen

2.

During photosynthesis producers convert carbon dioxide and other materials to

a)

lipids

b)

amino acids

c)

nucleic acids

d)

sugars

3.

Carbon is transferred from animals to plants by which molecule?

a)

carbon dioxide

b)

oxygen

c)

sugars

d)

water

4.

Which of these cell structures is the site of photosynthesis?

a)

nuclei

b)

chloroplasts

c)

mitochondria

d)

ribosomes

5.

During cellular respiration the chemical energy of a glucose molecule is gradually released, producing ATP and:

a)

water (H2O) and oxygen (O2)

b)

water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2)

c)

ammonia (NH3) and oxygen (O2)

d)

ammonia (NH3) and carbon dioxide (CO2)

6.

Which element requires the action of bacteria in certain types of plant roots to be recycled in an ecosystem?

a)

carbon

b)

oxygen

c)

nitrogen

d)

sodium

7.

Oak trees make their own food. Their cells contain structures that capture energy from the sun. What are these structures?

a)

chloroplasts

b)

nuclei

c)

mitochondria

d)

cytoplasm

8.

Which two processes are involved in the cycling shown in the diagram below?

a)

succession and resilience

b)

photosynthesis and cellular respiration

c)

commensalism and mutualism

d)

eutrophication and resistance

9.

Which of the following best describes the inputs and outputs of photosynthesis?

a)

Plants take in carbon dioxide and light energy to produce carbohydrates; oxygen is given off.

b)

Plants take in water, oxygen, and light energy to produce carbohydrates; carbon dioxide is given off.

c)

Plants take in water, carbon dioxide, and light energy to produce carbohydrates; oxygen is given off.

d)

Plants take in water, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and light energy to produce carbohydrates.

10.

Where in the cell does cellular respiration occur?

a)

Nucleus and chloroplasts

b)

Nucleus and mitochondria

c)

Cytoplasm and chloroplasts

d)

Cytoplasm and mitochondria

11.

Bacteria that take in oxygen to break down glucose and release energy are performing:

a)

Symbiosis

b)

Cellular respiration

c)

Photosynthesis

d)

Eutrophication

12.

Which cellular structure would be found in algae cells but NOT found in the cells of a fish?

a)

mitochondria

b)

chloroplasts

c)

nuclei

d)

cell membrane

13.
Which of the following is the correct equation for PHOTOSYNTHESIS?
a)
CO+ light + H2O --> O+ Sugar
b)
CO+ sugar + H2O --> O+ light
c)
O2 + light + H2O --> CO+ Sugar
d)
CO+ O2 + H2O --> Light+ Sugar
14.

Which choice correctly shows the gas input and output of plants during photosynthesis?

a)

Input: Oxygen
Output: Carbon dioxide

b)

Input: Water vapor
Output: Glucose

c)

Input: Carbon dioxide

Output: Oxygen

d)

Input: Light
Output: Water vapor