Biology Concepts Flashcards

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What is the purpose of photosynthesis?

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To produce glucose.

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To release energy from food.

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Which organisms perform cellular respiration?

Back

All living things.

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Which organisms perform photosynthesis?

Back

Plants (and other autotrophs)

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What is the green pigment that absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll

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What is the energy currency of the cell?

Back

ATP

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells use oxygen to produce energy from food (glucose/sugar).

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the reactants for cellular respiration?

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Oxygen and glucose.

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What are the reactants for photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide and water.