Photosynthesis and Respiration Review - CP

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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 respiration?

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Respiration is the biochemical process in which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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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 are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the Light Dependent Reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, which is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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The Calvin Cycle is the set of chemical reactions that occur in photosynthesis, where carbon dioxide is converted into glucose using ATP and NADPH.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular respiration?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the main energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes during respiration.

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the first step of cellular respiration that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP.

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What is the Krebs Cycle?

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The Krebs Cycle, also known as the citric acid cycle, is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA.