Cell process and energy Flashcards
1
Q
what is photosynthesis?
A
the process in which plants use sunlight to make food
2
Q
what is chlorophyll?
A
a pigment that gives plants their green colour
3
Q
what happens in cellular respiration?
A
glucose is broken down in the presence of oxygen to release energy, carbon dioxide is a by-product
4
Q
what is carbohydrates?
A
the main source of energy in the body
