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The Process of Photosynthesis

Question 10 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

How are the reactants represented in the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

Answer
6
6CO2 + O2
6
6CO2 + 6H2O
C
C6H12O6 + 6O2
C
C6H12O6 + 6H2O

Explanation

The balanced equation for photosynthesis is 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2. Reactants appear on the left side of the arrow, so the reactants are 6CO2 + 6H2O: carbon dioxide and water. Choice B gives these reactants.

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