Question

Identify the correct statement with respect to photosynthesis.

• A. Plants absorb carbon dioxide at night
• B. Conversion of chemical energy to light energy
• C. Sunlight is broken down into chlorophyll
• D. Reduction of carbon dioxide to carbohydrates.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Reduction of carbon dioxide to carbohydrates.

$\bullet$ The process of photosynthesis involves absorption of light energy by chlorophyll.
$\bullet$ Photosynthesis takes place in the presence of light and requires water and carbon dioxide. Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis.
$\bullet$ The process involves conversion of light energy into chemical energy and splitting of water molecules.
$\bullet$ There is reduction of carbon dioxide into carbohydrates.