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, usually from the sun, 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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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + Light Energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

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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 are the main products of cellular respiration?

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

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What do plants absorb for photosynthesis?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the air and water from the soil for photosynthesis.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in plants?

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Photosynthesis primarily occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, while cellular respiration uses glucose and oxygen to produce energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

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Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth as it produces oxygen and organic compounds that serve as food for most living organisms.