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Why is photosynthesis considered a chemical reaction?
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It is a process that occurs in all living organisms.
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It involves the physical change of chlorophyll.
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It only involves the absorption of sunlight.
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It converts light energy into chemical energy by forming new substances.
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Understand that a chemical reaction involves the transformation of substances into new substances with different chemical properties.
Recognize that photosynthesis is a process where plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy.
Identify the reactants in photosynthesis: carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).
Identify the products of photosynthesis: glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).
Conclude that photosynthesis is a chemical reaction because it involves the conversion of CO2 and H2O into glucose and O2, forming new substances and storing energy in chemical bonds.
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