Asked by Destiny Burks on Jul 14, 2024

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Which of the following statements is true?

A) During cellular respiration, ATP energy is converted into carbohydrate.
B) During cellular respiration, mitochondria release oxygen.
C) During photosynthesis, energy from the sun is used to form lipids and proteins.
D) During photosynthesis, carbon dioxide is used.
E) During photosynthesis, NADH and FADH2 are the electron carriers.

Carbon Dioxide

An invisible, unscented gas generated through the combustion of carbon-based and organic materials, as well as by the respiration process, which is consumed by plants during photosynthesis.

Photosynthesis

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize nutrients from carbon dioxide and water.

Cellular Respiration

A metabolic process in cells where organic molecules are broken down to release energy used for vital functions.

  • Learn about the premise that photosynthesis and cellular respiration act as complementary mechanisms, involving energy conversion and use.
  • Understand the biochemical pathways of photosynthesis, including the role of chlorophyll and the light-dependent and light-independent reactions.
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Kayten MartinezJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
During photosynthesis, carbon dioxide is used as a source of carbon to synthesize organic molecules such as glucose. The other statements are false. ATP in cellular respiration is not converted into carbohydrate but rather carbohydrates are broken down to produce ATP. Mitochondria do not release oxygen during cellular respiration but rather use oxygen as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain. While energy from the sun is used during photosynthesis, it is not used to directly form lipids and proteins but rather to convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH. Lastly, NADH and FADH2 are electron carriers in cellular respiration, not photosynthesis.