What are the differences between photosynthesis and respiration?

Breath:

1. Occurs in all living cells of the plant.

2. This catabolic process continues throughout the day and night.

3. Uses oxygen and carbohydrates.

4. The end products of respiration are carbon dioxide and water.

5. Energy released from carbohydrates and other respiratory substrates is captured by ATP (adenosine triphosphate) during oxidation. However, some energy is also lost as heat.

Photosynthesis:

1. Occurs only in cells containing chlorophyll.

2. Occurs only when there is light.

3. Photosynthesis uses carbon dioxide and water.

4. The end products of photosynthesis are carbohydrates and oxygen.

5. During photosynthesis, light energy is converted into chemical energy in the form of carbohydrates.