The gas released during photosynthesis is _____ (oxygen/carbon dioxide)

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Photosynthesis:
It is the process by which autotrophic organisms are able to synthesize their own food.
Plants use simple inorganic substances such as carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to produce complex organic substances such as glucose and starch.
The byproducts of photosynthesis are oxygen and water.
Therefore, oxygen gas is given out during photosynthesis.
Final answer: The gas released during photosynthesis is oxygen.

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