Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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In which organelle does photosynthesis take place?

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Chloroplast

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What is cellular respiration?

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The breakdown of glucose to release ATP.

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Which gas is removed from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

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Carbon dioxide.

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What do plants need for photosynthesis?

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Plants get the energy they need for photosynthesis from sunlight.

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What is the difference between a molecule and a compound?

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Compounds are made of different elements, but molecules can be made of the same elements.

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What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll.

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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Glucose and oxygen.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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What is ATP?

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Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.

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Where does cellular respiration occur?

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In the mitochondria.