Question

17. Photosynthesis is _____ process while respiration is _______ process​

Answer 1

Photosynthesis is an anabolic process while respiration is catabolic process.

Explanation:

• In the process of photosynthesis, water and carbon dioxide are used to build glucose and oxygen. Such a process in which the building up of materials occurs will be termed as anabolic process.

• A process in which break down of materials occurs is termed as catabolic process. As in respiration, the glucose is broken down to produce energy hence it is a catabolic process.