Photosynthesis and cell 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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Where does photosynthesis take place in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis takes place in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: CO₂ + light + H₂O → O₂ + Sugar.

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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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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The equation for cellular respiration is: 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + Energy.

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What is glycolysis?

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

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What is the Kreb's Cycle?

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The Kreb's 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.

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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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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy, primarily from the sun, to drive the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose (sugar) and oxygen.