Unit 5 Review - Condensed for Midterm

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What are autotrophs?

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Organisms that get their energy from photosynthesis.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆

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Which organisms undergo cellular respiration?

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Both animals and plants.

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What is chlorophyll?

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The green pigment that gives plants their color.

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How many ATPs does the Krebs cycle produce?

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2 ATPs.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which autotrophs convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plants?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs.

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What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?

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Autotrophs produce their own food, while heterotrophs consume other organisms for energy.

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What is the primary function of the Krebs cycle?

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To produce energy carriers (NADH and FADH₂) and ATP.

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What is the significance of oxygen in photosynthesis?

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Oxygen is a byproduct of photosynthesis and is essential for cellular respiration.