Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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To release energy from food.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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How does the plant absorb carbon dioxide?

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Through the leaves.

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What is one of the reactants (input) of cellular respiration?

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Oxygen.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen and sugar (glucose).

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants 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.

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What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy -> C6H12O6 + 6O2.