Photosynthesis and Respiration Quiz

In what organelle does photosynthesis occur?

What are three reactants needed for photosynthesis?

What are two products of photosynthesis?

In what organelle does cellular respiration occur?

What are two reactants needed for cellular respiration?

What are three products of cellular respiration?

What four substances are recycled during photosynthesis and respiration?

What is one component in photosynthesis that is not recycled and must be constantly available?

Are chloroplasts found in most plant cells?

Are mitochondria found in most plant cells?

Are chloroplasts found in animal cells?

Are mitochondria found in animal cells?

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

What is the chemical formula for oxygen?

What is the chemical formula for water?

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis occurs primarily in chloroplasts, organelles responsible for capturing sunlight.
Necessary reactants for photosynthesis include sunlight, water (H2O), and carbon dioxide (CO2).
Photosynthesis produces glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2) as key products.
The process is vital for converting solar energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Cellular Respiration

Cellular respiration takes place in mitochondria, which are known as the powerhouse of the cell.
Key reactants required for cellular respiration are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).
The process yields energy, carbon dioxide (CO2), and water (H2O) as products.
Cellular respiration is essential for organisms to extract energy from nutrients.

Interconnection of Photosynthesis and Respiration

Both processes recycle four vital substances: oxygen (O2), carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and glucose (C6H12O6).
Sunlight is a crucial component for photosynthesis that cannot be recycled; it must continually be available.

Presence of Organelles in Cells

Chloroplasts are predominantly present in plant cells, facilitating the photosynthesis process necessary for plant survival.
Mitochondria are found in both plant and animal cells, enabling cellular respiration needed for energy production.
Animal cells lack chloroplasts as they do not perform photosynthesis, whereas they heavily rely on mitochondria for energy through cellular respiration.

Test your knowledge of photosynthesis and cellular respiration with these flashcards. From the organelles involved to the reactants and products, this quiz covers key concepts required for understanding these essential biological processes.