Respiration And Photosynthesis Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
To convert glucose into usable energy (ATP).
True or False: Photosynthesis occurs in the mitochondria of plant cells.
False
Fill in the blank: The process of photosynthesis converts _____ energy into chemical energy.
light
What are the main products of photosynthesis?
Glucose and oxygen.
Which pigment is primarily responsible for capturing light energy in plants?
Chlorophyll.
What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?
Light-dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle.
What gas is a byproduct of respiration?
Carbon dioxide.
True or False: Both respiration and photosynthesis are essential for the energy cycle in ecosystems.
True
What is the chemical equation for aerobic respiration?
C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP.
In which organelle does cellular respiration primarily occur?
Mitochondria.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a reactant in photosynthesis? A) Water B) Glucose C) Carbon dioxide
B) Glucose
What is the main energy currency of the cell?
ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
Fill in the blank: The light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis take place in the _____ of the chloroplast.
thylakoid membranes
What is the role of NADPH in photosynthesis?
It acts as a reducing agent in the Calvin cycle.
True or False: Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen.
True
What is the primary function of the Calvin cycle?
To convert carbon dioxide into glucose.
Which type of respiration occurs in yeast and some bacteria?
Anaerobic respiration.
Multiple Choice: Which process is responsible for providing oxygen to the atmosphere? A) Respiration B) Photosynthesis C) Fermentation
B) Photosynthesis
What is the role of oxygen in aerobic respiration?
It acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain.
Fill in the blank: The energy stored in glucose is released during _____ respiration.
cellular
What is the main function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
To conduct photosynthesis.
True or False: The process of respiration is the reverse of photosynthesis.
True
What is fermentation?
A metabolic process that converts sugars to acids, gases, or alcohol in the absence of oxygen.
What are the two main types of fermentation?
Lactic acid fermentation and alcoholic fermentation.