Asked by yetlixa campos on Apr 28, 2024
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Which best summarizes the overall reactions of photosynthesis?
A) 6CO2 + 12H2O → C6H12O6 + 12O2.
B) C6H12O6 + 6O2 + 6H2O → 6CO2 + 12H2O
C) 6CO2 + 12H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2 + 6H2O
D) 12CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 12O2 + 6H2O
E) 6H2CO3 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + C6H12O6 + 6H2O + 6O2
Photosynthesis
The process by which green plants, algae, and certain bacteria transform light energy into chemical energy, producing oxygen and glucose from carbon dioxide and water.
- Identify the reactants, products, and overall reactions of photosynthesis.
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Aaron SuarezApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The correct summary of the overall reactions of photosynthesis is represented by option C, which correctly shows carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) being converted into glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).
Learning Objectives
- Identify the reactants, products, and overall reactions of photosynthesis.
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