Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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The location inside a plant cell where photosynthesis happens.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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The location in cells where cellular respiration occurs.

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What are the reactants in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight, Water, and Carbon Dioxide.

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What is the formula for photosynthesis?

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6 H₂O + 6 CO₂ → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process.

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment found in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.