Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, & Fermentation

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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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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 Fermentation?

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Fermentation is an anaerobic process that allows cells to produce energy without oxygen, resulting in products like lactic acid or ethanol.

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Where does Glycolysis occur?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the net gain of ATP from Glycolysis?

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The net gain of ATP from Glycolysis is 2 ATP.

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What are the end products of Glycolysis?

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The end products of Glycolysis are 2 pyruvic acid molecules, 2 ATP, and 2 NADH.

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What is the role of Chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment that absorbs light energy, which is essential for the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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The two main stages of photosynthesis are the Light Reactions and the Calvin Cycle.

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What is the Calvin Cycle?

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The Calvin Cycle is the second stage of photosynthesis where carbon dioxide is fixed into glucose using ATP and NADPH produced in the light reactions.

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What are the products of aerobic respiration?

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The products of aerobic respiration are carbon dioxide and water.