Interpretation: The chemical changes that occur during photosynthesis are to be described.
Concept introduction: Chloroplasts, located in the mesophyll of plant leaves, are where the
Answer to Problem 2LC
During photosynthesis, chlorophyll uses sunlight’s energy, water, and carbon dioxide to produce glucose and oxygen.
Explanation of Solution
During photosynthesis, light energy is converted into chemical energy by chlorophyll once it has been absorbed by chlorophyll. The process of photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide into a carbohydrate known as glucose and oxygen by using water and the energy provided by sunlight.
The chemical reaction is as follows:
During photosynthesis, chlorophyll uses sunlight’s energy, water, and carbon dioxide to produce glucose and oxygen.
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