Asked by Charles Coderre on Jun 13, 2024

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What is the process by which light energy is converted into the stored chemical energy of organic molecules?

A) Diffusion
B) Endocytosis
C) Respiration
D) Fermentation
E) Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is a process by which green plants, algae, and certain bacteria convert light energy, typically from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Chemical Energy

Energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds that can be released in a chemical reaction.

Light Energy

The form of energy visible to the human eye that is produced by the movement of photons and is essential to processes like photosynthesis.

  • Understand the light-dependent and light-independent reactions of photosynthesis.
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Rachel HagerJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Photosynthesis is the process through which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose and other organic molecules.