Question

The energy change in photosynthesis is the-

• A. Light energy to electrical energy
• B. Light energy to molecular energy
• C. Light energy to chemical energy
• D. Light energy to activation energy

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Light energy to chemical energy

The correct option is C:

Explanation of correct option:

During photosynthesis, light energy is converted into the chemical energy of food.

During this process, the plant absorbs sunlight and converts carbon dioxide and water into oxygen and organic compounds.

Explanation of incorrect answer:

Option A:

Solar cells convert light energy into electrical energy.

Option B:

In photosynthesis, light energy is not converted to molecular energy.

Option D:

In photosynthesis, light energy is not converted to the activation energy.

Final answer: The energy change in photosynthesis is that light energy is converted to chemical energy.