1. How are the equations for photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?
2. What keeps atmospheric oxygen and carbon dioxide at stable levels?
2. What keeps atmospheric oxygen and carbon dioxide at stable levels?
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1.Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are connected through an important relationship. ... Notice that the equation for cellular respiration is the direct opposite of photosynthesis: Cellular Respiration: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O. Photosynthesis: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6+ 6O
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While cellular respiration releases carbon dioxide into the environment, photosynthesis pulls carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. The exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen during photosynthesis (Figure below) and cellular respiration worldwide helps to keep atmospheric oxygen and carbon dioxide at stable levels.