Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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To release energy from food.

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ATP is...

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A form of energy the cell can use that is produced by cellular respiration.

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Plants can...

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Do photosynthesis and cellular respiration.

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Autotrophs...

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Make their own food.

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Food gives us energy because energy is stored in the...

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Bonds.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy (glucose) using carbon dioxide and water.

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What are the main 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 cellular respiration?

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The process by which cells break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce ATP.

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What are the main products of cellular respiration?

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ATP, carbon dioxide, and water.