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.

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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 cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells break down glucose into energy, specifically ATP, using oxygen.

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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The formula for photosynthesis is: carbon dioxide + water + sunlight → glucose + oxygen.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to store and transfer energy for various cellular processes.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What role does sunlight play in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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The products of photosynthesis (glucose and oxygen) are the reactants for cellular respiration, and vice versa.

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to convert the chemical energy in glucose into ATP, which cells can use for energy.

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What are the byproducts of cellular respiration?

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The byproducts of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide and water.