Metabolism (photosynthesis and respiration) Flashcards
What is the word equation for photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen
Where does photosynthesis primarily occur in plants?
In the chloroplasts of plant cells
True or False: Respiration is the process of converting glucose into energy.
True
What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?
Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon dioxide + Water + Energy
Fill in the blank: Photosynthesis occurs mainly in the ______ of plants.
leaves
Which gas is a byproduct of photosynthesis?
Oxygen
What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
To release energy from glucose
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a product of aerobic respiration?
A) Glucose
B) Carbon dioxide
C) Water
D) Energy
A) Glucose
True or False: Anaerobic respiration occurs in the presence of oxygen.
False
Where does respiration occur in cells?
In the mitochondria
Fill in the blank: The main pigment involved in photosynthesis is ______.
chlorophyll
What are the reactants needed for photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide and water
Multiple Choice: Which process occurs in plants at night?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Respiration
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B
B) Respiration
