What is produced as a waste during photosynthesis?

Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Water

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Ammonia

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Solution

The correct option is B Oxygen
The process of water dissociation during photosynthesis is called as photo-oxidation of water. It requires the presence of Mn++, Ca+, and Cl-, a water oxidizing enzyme and an unknown substance Z. It takes place during the light reaction of photosynthesis. It produces oxygen as a waste product.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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