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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis in plants?

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis in plants?.

  1. A.To produce carbohydrates using light energy
  2. B.To absorb oxygen from the air
  3. C.To release carbon dioxide
  4. D.To break down carbohydrates

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Photosynthesis Process

Plants use carbon dioxide from the air and water from the soil to produce carbohydrates. This process requires light energy captured by chlorophyll in the leaves.

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    Describe how plants make carbohydrates during photosynthesis.

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