During photosynthesis, plants capture light energy from the Sun to break the bonds in reactants, such as carbon dioxide and water, and form carbon-containing molecules, such as glucose. The carbon-containing molecules can then be used
A.
to synthesize essential amino acids.
B.
to assemble larger molecules, such as DNA, proteins, and fats.
C.
to produce inorganic compounds, such as sulfuric acid.
D.
all of these