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Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems

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Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

Photosynthesis

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Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert sunlight into chemical energy. This process takes place in the chloroplasts of plant cells and is essential for producing oxygen and glucose, which provide energy for living organisms.

The overall equation for photosynthesi...

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Do you know how plants make their food? Not just plants but algae and certain bacteria can also make their food from sunlight. These are called autotrophs, meaning they can produce their own food through a process called photosynthesis.

Generally, it occurs in specialized structures called chloroplasts, where the chlorophyll pigment is pre...

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