Which of these are photosynthesis?
Release carbon dioxide gas
Occurs in the mitochondria
Converts solar energy
Creates a carbohydrate
Energy is converted by breaking bonds
Photosynthesis includes the following actions:
- Converts solar energy: Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert sunlight into chemical energy.
- Creates a carbohydrate: Through photosynthesis, plants create carbohydrates, primarily glucose, which serves as a source of energy for the organism.
- Releases oxygen gas: During photosynthesis, plants release oxygen as a byproduct, contributing to the production of atmospheric oxygen.
- Energy is converted by breaking bonds: The captured solar energy in photosynthesis is used to break chemical bonds, specifically in water molecules, to generate energy-rich molecules like ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and NADPH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate).
The following statement is not an accurate description of photosynthesis:
- Occurs in the mitochondria: Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells, not in the mitochondria. Cellular respiration, which takes place in the mitochondria, is the process by which cells break down glucose to produce ATP.