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Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

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 oxygen
  2. B.To create carbohydrates
  3. C.To absorb carbon dioxide
  4. D.To release energy

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Photosynthesis Process

Photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells, where light energy is converted into chemical energy.

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    Explain the process of photosynthesis and its importance to plants.

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