What is photosynthesis, and what is its equation? Please explain cellular respiration and write the equation for it.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the process of photosynthesis, including its definition, the energy storage method, and its relation to cellular respiration. Additionally, it requests the equations related to these processes.
Answer
Photosynthesis: 6CO2 + 6H2O + sunlight → C6H12O6 + 6O2 | Cellular respiration: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + Energy
The balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + sunlight --> C6H12O6 + 6O2, and the equation for cellular respiration is C6H12O6 + 6O2 --> 6CO2 + 6H2O + Energy (ATP).
Answer for screen readers
The balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O + sunlight --> C6H12O6 + 6O2, and the equation for cellular respiration is C6H12O6 + 6O2 --> 6CO2 + 6H2O + Energy (ATP).
More Information
Photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, while cellular respiration breaks down glucose to release energy.
Tips
Common mistakes include mixing the reactants and products of the equations.
Sources
- Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration - brainly.com
- CK-12 Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis - flexbooks.ck12.org
- Photosynthesis & Respiration - K12 LibreTexts - k12.libretexts.org
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