Plants take in carbon dioxide through stomata and perform photosynthesis in chloroplasts, using sunlight to convert water and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen. Chlorophyll in leaves absorbs sunlight, facilitating this process. The overall reaction produces glucose for energy and releases oxygen into the air.

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Carbon dioxide is
taken in by plants
through tiny
openings on leaves
called stomata.
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Photosynthesis occurs in
chloroplasts, where
sunlight energy is used
to transform water and
carbon dioxide into
glucose and oxygen.
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Photosynthesis
The steps
Light Absorption
Plant leaves contain a
pigment called chlorophyll,
which absorbs sunlight.
CO Uptake
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Water Uptake
Plants absorb
water from the
soil through
their roots
and transport
it to the
leaves.
The Reaction
Glucose Production and Oxygen Release
Photosynthesis produces glucose, which is the primary source
of energy for plants, and releases oxygen as a byproduct
through stomata into the air.
6CO + 6H O → C H O + 6O
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