10 Questions
What drives photosynthesis, the process of converting sunlight into usable, chemical energy?
Sunlight
Which of the following is true about the importance of photosynthesis?
It provides energy for all living organisms
What happens to the body of a living organism when it dies?
It gets broken down into molecular parts
What is the basis for all organic material?
Carbon
Why do all living organisms need free energy and matter?
To exchange with the environment
What is the primary function of phosphorous in living organisms?
Essential for cell division and growth
Which molecule is essential for sustaining life and is produced during cellular respiration?
ATP
What is the primary role of autotrophs in the environment?
Producing energy for other organisms
What term describes organisms that depend on other organisms for food?
Heterotrophs
How do changes in free energy impact individual organisms?
They result in waste away or growth
Test your knowledge about the importance of the sun in driving photosynthesis and producing chemical energy essential for life on Earth.
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