Biological energy is frequently stored and released by means of redox reactions. Photosynthesis involves the reduction of carbon dioxide into sugars and the oxidation of water into molecular oxygen. The reverse reaction, respiration, oxidizes sugars to produce carbon dioxide and water.
The nearest major airport is Forbes Field (FOE / KFOE). This airport has domestic flights from Topeka, Kansas and is 33 miles from the center of University of Kansas.
The hospital's official name currently is The University of Kansas Health System as it now incorporates more than 80 campuses across the Kansas City Metro. A sixth-floor was added to the hospital in 2003 to meet a growing demand for patient services.