Metabolism Review

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What is metabolism?

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All of the chemical reactions of a cell or organism.

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What is the ultimate source of energy for most life on Earth?

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The Sun.

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What are stomata?

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The openings for gas exchange on the underside of leaves.

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What typically provides the energy for a cell's endergonic reactions?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate).

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Where does the Calvin Cycle (Light Independent Reactions) take place?

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In the stroma of chloroplasts.

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What is an endergonic reaction?

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A reaction that requires energy input to proceed.

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What is an exergonic reaction?

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A reaction that releases energy.

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What role does ATP play in metabolism?

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ATP serves as the primary energy carrier in cells.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.