3.2 - Photosynthesis & 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 sunlight into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main reactants of photosynthesis?

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The main reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What is the main product of photosynthesis?

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The main product of photosynthesis is glucose (C6H12O6), along with oxygen (O2) as a byproduct.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose during 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 are the main reactants of cellular respiration?

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The main reactants of cellular respiration are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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What are the main products of cellular respiration?

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The main products of cellular respiration are energy (ATP), carbon dioxide (CO2), and water (H2O).

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How do plants and animals differ in how they obtain energy?

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Plants obtain energy through photosynthesis, making their own food using sunlight, while animals consume other organisms for energy.

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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The formula for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is the formula for cellular respiration?

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The formula for cellular respiration is C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP).