NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following is NOT another word for the energy a plant takes in to make photosynthesis happen? Plants take in radiant energy and turn it into what form of energy? Photosynthesis produces Glucose for plants.

Detailed explanation-2: -Photosynthesis is the process of synthesis of food by plants using carbon dioxide and water in presence of sunlight and chlorophyll. Oxygen (O2) is released during the process as a waste product. Hence, oxygen is not essential for the process of photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-3: -So, the correct answer is ‘Oxidation of carbon to carbon dioxide’

Detailed explanation-4: -In photosynthesis, solar energy is harvested as chemical energy in a process that converts water and carbon dioxide to glucose. Oxygen is released as a byproduct. In cellular respiration, oxygen is used to break down glucose, releasing chemical energy and heat in the process.

Detailed explanation-5: -Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy in the form of sugar.