AP Biology: Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration

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What are organisms that can make their own food using sunlight called?

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Autotrophs

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆ -> 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + Energy

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What happens to CO₂ levels as a result of deforestation?

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CO₂ levels would rise.

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What is the process by which cells release energy in the absence of oxygen?

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Fermentation

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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To release energy from food.

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What are the two main processes of energy conversion in living organisms?

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Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll captures sunlight energy.

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What is produced during photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic does not.

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What is the byproduct of fermentation in yeast?

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Ethanol and carbon dioxide.

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