Question

During photosynthesis, energy from sunlight is stored as chemical energy. How will the plant be able to release the energy in order to use it?

1. Group of answer choices

2. by breaking bonds of oxygen to form new molecules

3. by forming bonds of sugar

4. by breaking bonds of water to form new molecules

Answer 1

In photosynthesis, solar energy is harvested as chemical energy in a process that converts water and carbon dioxide to glucose. Oxygen is released as a byproduct. In cellular respiration, oxygen is used to break down glucose, releasing chemical energy and heat in the process.