Photosynthesis and RespirationTwo equations that are almost exact mirrors of each other.9th GradePhotosynthesis stores energy from sunlightin glucose. Respiration releases thatenergy again. The equations run in oppositedirections.Photosynthesis: 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + light → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂.Respiration: C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + energy.Photosynthesis happens in chloroplasts; respiration inmitochondria.Plants do both; animals only respire.Anaerobic respiration releases far less energy and produceslactic acid or alcohol.LOOK FOR ITA plant in the dark still respires — it just cannot photosynthesise.The products of one are the reactants of the other. That is thecarbon cycle in miniature.Photosynthesis and Respirationwww.littleactivity.com

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Science · 9th Grade

Photosynthesis and Respiration

Two equations that are almost exact mirrors of each other.

How to use it

Write both equations side by side. The symmetry makes both easier to remember.

Free · print-ready PDF · US Letter and A4

Grade
9th Grade
Ages
14–15
Subject
Science
Pages
1

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