4.1 Flashcards
1
Q
what is photosynthesis
A
when light energy is converted to chemical energy
2
Q
what is cellular respiration
A
when energy is lost through the creation and release of products
3
Q
what is biomass
A
a way to measure the energy of living things
4
Q
what is the formula for photosynthesis
A
sunlight + CO2 + H2O -> O2 + glucose
5
Q
what is the formula for cellular respiration
A
glucose + O2 -> energy + CO2 + H2O
6
Q
how is H2O released from the body? CO2? Energy?
A
perspiration, evaporation, urine
breathing
heat
7
Q
about what percent of energy is available for the next trophic level?
A
10%
