Compare and contrast cell respiration and photosynthesis.
Cellular respiration and photosynthesis are complementary biochemical reactions. The products of cellular respiration are required for photosynthesis and the products of photosynthesis are required for cellular respiration. These reactions together allow the cells to generate and store energy. They also help to regulate the atmospheric concentrations of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
Similarities between cell respiration and photosynthesis:
The photosynthetic process involves the use of energy from sunlight, carbon dioxide and water to synthesize glucose and oxygen. Cellular respiration involves the use of glucose and oxygen to synthesize water and carbon dioxide. Both these processes possess the same reactions but occur reversibly. Both the cellular respiration and photosynthesis generates energy.
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