Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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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 stored in 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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Where does aerobic cellular respiration primarily occur?

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Aerobic cellular respiration primarily occurs in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells.

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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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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 role do chloroplasts play in photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells where photosynthesis takes place.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to store and transfer energy.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and produces less ATP.

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What is the light-dependent reaction?

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The light-dependent reaction is the first stage of photosynthesis, where sunlight is converted into chemical energy (ATP and NADPH) in the thylakoid membranes.

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