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What is the primary product of photosynthesis?
What is the primary product of photosynthesis?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?
What is released as a byproduct of cellular respiration?
What is released as a byproduct of cellular respiration?
What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?
What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?
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What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
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What is the main function of mitochondria in a cell?
What is the main function of mitochondria in a cell?
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Which process occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells?
Which process occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells?
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What do lactic acid fermentation and alcoholic fermentation have in common?
What do lactic acid fermentation and alcoholic fermentation have in common?
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What is included in the structure of ATP?
What is included in the structure of ATP?
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Which statement accurately describes cellular respiration?
Which statement accurately describes cellular respiration?
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Study Notes
Photosynthesis
- Process where plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and glucose (sugar) for energy.
- Chemical equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2
- Occurs in chloroplasts, which contain chlorophyll.
- Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, giving plants their green color.
Cellular Respiration
- Process in cells where organic molecules are broken down using oxygen to release energy (ATP).
- Chemical equation: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP
- Occurs in mitochondria, which is known as the "powerhouse of the cell".
Anaerobic Respiration
- Process where cells break down sugars for energy without oxygen.
- Examples: Lactic acid fermentation, alcoholic fermentation.
ATP
- Cellular energy source.
- Composed of a nitrogenous base, a ribose sugar, and a phosphate group.
Lactic Acid Fermentation
- Type of anaerobic respiration in muscle cells.
- Produces ATP from sugar breakdown.
- Causes muscle pain.
Alcoholic Fermentation
- Anaerobic respiration where yeast, bacteria, etc. convert sugars into carbon dioxide and alcohol.
Photosynthesis
- Plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce oxygen and energy in the form of sugar (glucose)
- The chemical equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2
Cellular Respiration
- Organic molecules are broken down using oxygen to release energy (ATP)
- The chemical equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP
Anaerobic Respiration
- Cells break down sugars for energy without the use of oxygen
- Examples of anaerobic respiration include Lactic Acid Fermentation and Alcoholic Fermentation
Aerobic Respiration
- Oxygen is used to make sugars
ATP
- The source of energy for use and storage at the cellular level
- Contains a nitrogenous base, a ribose sugar, and a phosphate group
Lactic Acid Fermentation
- A type of anaerobic respiration that occurs in muscle cells
- Breaks down sugars to produce ATP
- Often leads to muscle pain
Alcoholic Fermentation
- A type of anaerobic respiration that is used to convert sugars into carbon dioxide and alcohol
- Occurs in yeast, bacteria, and other organisms
Mitochondria
- Membrane-bound organelle that generates most of the energy needed for processes such as cellular respiration
- Known as the “powerhouse of the cell”
Chloroplast
- Membrane-bound organelle that captures the sun’s energy to produce food for energy in plant cells
- Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplast
Chlorophyll
- A pigment located inside of chloroplasts
- Gives plants their green color
- Captures the sunlight needed to perform photosynthesis
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Description
This quiz covers the essential processes of photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and anaerobic respiration. It explores the chemical equations, key components like chloroplasts and mitochondria, and energy production through ATP. Test your understanding of how plants and cells utilize energy!
