CTET 2 Math and Science Nov 2012 Paper

Question : 79 of 120

Marks: +1, -0

Which of the following statements arc true about photosynthesis ?
A. In this process solar energy is converted into chemical energy,
B. In photosynthesis

CO_2

and

H_2O

are used,
C. In photosynthesis

CO_2

is released and

O_2

is consumed.
D. In photosynthesis

O_2

, is released and carbon monoxide is consumed.

A and D
A and B
B and C
C and D

Validate

Solution:

Photosynthesis is the process of converting light energy to chemical energy and storing it in the bonds of sugar. This process occurs in plants and some algae. Plants need only light energy,

CO_2

,and

H_2O

to make sugar. The process of photosynthesis takes place in the chloroplasts, specifically using chlorophyll, the green pigment involved in photosynthesis.

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