Photosynthesis and 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 light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is a chemical process that occurs in cells, where glucose and oxygen are converted into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the main organelle involved in photosynthesis?

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The main organelle involved in photosynthesis is the chloroplast.

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What is the main organelle involved in cellular respiration?

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The main organelle involved in cellular respiration is the mitochondria.

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What are the reactants of photosynthesis?

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The reactants of photosynthesis are carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide, water, and ATP.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the process of photosynthesis.

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How do plants obtain carbon dioxide for photosynthesis?

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Plants obtain carbon dioxide from the air through small openings in their leaves called stomata.

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What is the significance of oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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Oxygen produced during photosynthesis is essential for the survival of aerobic organisms, including humans, as it is used in cellular respiration.