The process by which food is prepared, in the leaves, is known as _______ .
A
respiration
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B
pollination
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C
photosynthesis
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D
transpiration
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Solution
The correct option is C photosynthesis Photosynthesis is the process by which food is prepared in the leaves using carbon dioxide and water in the presence of sunlight. The leaves have chlorophyll, a green pigment which help them in absorbing sunlight.