what is photosynthesis ? Explain its mechanism
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Photosynthesis: It is the process by which green plants make their own food from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of chlorophyll and
sunlight.
6CO + 6H O SunlightchlorophyllSunlightchlorophyll→→ CH O + 6O
Mechanism of Photosynthesis:
1. Absorption of light energy by chlorophyll.
2. Conversion of light energy into chemical energy.
3. Splitting of water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen.
4. Reduction of carbon dioxide into carbohydrate.
6CO + 6H O SunlightchlorophyllSunlightchlorophyll→→ C H O + 6O
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