Cellular Energy Review

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What is the primary goal of cellular respiration?

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The primary goal of cellular respiration is to make ATP.

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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?

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The products of one are the reactants for the other.

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Do animal cells have chloroplasts?

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No, animal cells do not have chloroplasts.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in photosynthesis?

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Light energy is changed to chemical energy as food.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose and oxygen.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive photosynthesis.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.

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What is the byproduct of cellular respiration?

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The byproducts of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide and water.