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 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 the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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Where does cellular respiration occur?

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Cellular respiration occurs in both plants and animals.

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What is glucose commonly known as?

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Glucose is commonly known as sugar.

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What type of organism produces its own food?

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What type of organism consumes others for food?

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A heterotroph is an organism that consumes other organisms for food.

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What is needed to start the process of photosynthesis?

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Light energy is needed to jumpstart the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the main products of cellular respiration?

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

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Which of the following is NOT a product of cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is NOT a product of cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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