Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis

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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 photosynthesis?

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

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What is the main function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell; they generate ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to facilitate photosynthesis.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that can produce its own food from inorganic substances, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is the main function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is responsible for transporting proteins and synthesizing lipids.

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What do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is ATP and why is it important?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen to produce energy, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen.