Photosynthesis
What is the primary pigment used in photosynthesis
Chlorophyll
What is the main purpose of cellular respiration
To convert glucose into usable energy (ATP)
If the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere suddenly increased, how might this affect plant growth
Plants could grow faster because they would have more carbon dioxide for photosynthesis
What is the function of the cell membrane
What is to control what enters and exits the cell
In which part of the plant does photosynthesis primarily occur?
Leaves
In which Organelle does cellular respiration occur
The Mitochondria
Why do animals depend on plants even though animals don’t perform photosynthesis
Animals need oxygen and glucose from plants to carry out cellular respiration
Which artist released their newest album on August 29th, 2025
Sabrina Carpenter
What are the two main products of photosynthesis?
Glucose and Oxygen
What is produced as a waste product during cellular respiration
Carbon Dioxide
If a plant is in a dark room, how will this affect its growth and why
The plant will grow slower due to a lack of light for photosynthesis
Name one function of ribosomes in a cell
Make Proteins
Why is the Sun called the “ultimate source of energy” for plants and animals
Because plants use sunlight to make food, and animals rely on plants for energy
How does cellular respiration help both plants and animals survive
It releases energy from food that cells need to function
How do photosynthesis and cellular respiration work together to keep ecosystems balanced
Photosynthesis makes oxygen and glucose, which are used in respiration; respiration makes carbon dioxide and water, which are used in photosynthesis
How does osmosis differ from diffusion?
Osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water across a membrane.
Write the balanced equation for photosynthesis
6CO2+6H2O+light→C6H12O6+6O2
After running a mile, a student is breathing heavily. How does cellular respiration explain why their body needs more oxygen during exercise?
oxygen is needed to release more energy (ATP) from glucose so muscles can keep working
A scientist seals a mouse and a plant in an airtight container with sunlight. Predict what will happen over time and explain why, using photosynthesis and cellular respiration.
The mouse breathes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide, while the plant uses the carbon dioxide and sunlight for photosynthesis, making oxygen. Together, they recycle gases and can survive longer than if either were alone.
Describe the process of active transport
It is the movement of molecules across a cell membrane from a region of lower concentration to a region of higher concentration, requiring energy