Photosynthesis and Respiration

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What process do plants and animals use to release stored energy?

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Cellular respiration.

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What is the process that plants use to make food?

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Photosynthesis.

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What do molecular biologists study?

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Cell processes.

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What are carbon dioxide and oxygen classified as?

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Gases.

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What are living things that are too small to be seen called?

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Microorganisms.

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What is the main pigment in plants that absorbs sunlight?

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Chlorophyll.

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What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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

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What is the primary source of energy for photosynthesis?

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Sunlight.

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What do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Oxygen.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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They are the site of photosynthesis.