Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, Carbon Cycle

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is cellular respiration?
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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce energy in the form of ATP, releasing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-3
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the carbon cycle?
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The carbon cycle is the series of processes by which carbon compounds are interconverted in the environment, involving the uptake of carbon dioxide by plants during photosynthesis and its release during cellular respiration.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Do animals perform photosynthesis?
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No, animals cannot perform photosynthesis; they rely on cellular respiration to obtain energy.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Can plants perform both photosynthesis and cellular respiration?
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Yes, plants can perform both photosynthesis to create glucose and cellular respiration to release energy from that glucose.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?
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The main purpose of photosynthesis is to convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, which can be used by the plant for growth and energy.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?
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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to release energy from food (glucose) for use by the cell.
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NGSS.HS-LS1-7
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