How does food provide my body with energy? Flashcard

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In which part of the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?

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Leaves

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What is the main pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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The process that converts food (glucose) into energy is called?

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Cellular Respiration

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Cellular respiration and photosynthesis are considered to be?

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opposites of one another

Front

Which of the following is a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen

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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 the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight and converts it into chemical energy.

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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 the main source of energy for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight

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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 converts glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide and water.