Which of the following is not required by plants for photosynthesis?
A
Carbon dioxide
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B
Oxygen
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C
Chlorophyll
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D
Sunlight
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Solution
The correct option is B Oxygen Plants do not need oxygen for photosynthesis. During photosynthesis, plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen in the presence of chlorophyll. Plants need oxygen for respiration.