Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration

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What do plants need from the air for photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide is needed from the air for photosynthesis.

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What processes can plants use to obtain energy?

Back

Plants can use both photosynthesis and cellular respiration to obtain energy.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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What do plants give off after photosynthesis?

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Plants give off oxygen after photosynthesis.

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What process do animals use to obtain energy?

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Animals only use cellular respiration to obtain energy.

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Define photosynthesis.

Back

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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Define cellular respiration.

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of photosynthesis?

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The main products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.