Photosynthesis Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is source of energy of photosynthesis?(autotrophs or heterotrophs)
Autotrophs (plants)
Write the correct formula for photosynthesis.
6CO2+6H2O+light energy ——> C6H12O6+6O2
What organelle does photosynthesis take place?
Chloroplast (leaves)
what are the reactants (raw ingredients) of photosynthesis?
carbon dixide,water CO2, H2O, light
what would happen if there is an increase in CO2 on the earth?
we would need more trees to remove CO2
where in the chloroplast do the light reactions take place?
thulakoid membranes
where in the chloroplast does the Calvin cycle take place?
stroma
another name for the Calvin cycle is the _______ ______
Dark reactions
what is the principal pigment of plants?
chlorophyll
Which cycle in photosynthesis makes glucose?
The Calvin cycle
If a cell has a high number of chloroplasts, what is the cell performing?
Photosynthesis
Oxygen is given off as a waste product in which reaction in the chloroplast?
Light dependent reactions
Which organelle is the “furnace” of cellular respiration?
Mitochondria
What kind of organisms most likely use anaerobic respiration?
Yeast cells
Are animals autotrophic or heterotrophic?
Heterotrophic
Where does the aerobic phase of cellular respiration occur?
Mitochondria
Where does glycolysis occur?
Cytoplasm
Where is the most ATP made? Is it the electron transport chain or the Krebs Cycle?
Electron transport
What is another name for energy for the cell
ATP
What two molecules are used for long term energy storage?
Glycogen, fat
What substance makes your muscles feel sore?
Lactic acid
How many molecules of ATP are made during aerobic respiration?
36
What organelle is responsible for producing ATP during the aerobic phase?
Mitochondria
What is the name of the anaerobic phase of cellular respiration?
Glycolysis
