Lesson 5 - Photosynthesis/Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the photosynthesis equation?
A
CO2 + Water = Glucose + Oxygen
2
Q
What is the respiration equation?
A
Glucose + Oxygen = CO2 + Water + Energy
3
Q
What is the purpose of the photosynthesis process?
A
Create sugars + carbs
Consume CO2, water + light
Produce oxygen
4
Q
What is the purpose of the respiration process?
A
Balance photosynthesis
Produce energy
5
Q
What does respiration release?
A
CO2
Water
6
Q
What are the carbon cycle’s primary photosynthetic organisms?
A
Plants - Terrestrial organisms
Phytoplankton
7
Q
How much carbon is sequestered annually by terrestrial photosynthesis?
A
100 - 120 Gt
8
Q
What is terrestrial photosynthesis?
A
Land based photosynthesis
Involving plants + terrestrial organisms
