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The Process of Photosynthesis

Question 9 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

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

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

Explanation

In the balanced photosynthesis equation, carbon dioxide and water use light energy to form glucose and oxygen: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2. The products are on the right side, so the correct choice is C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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