Question

write chemical equations of photosynthesis and cellular respiration and show if carbon is oxidized or reduced

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

• The chemical reaction for cellular respiration is as follows -

C₆H₁₂O₆ ( Glucose ) + 6 O₂ ( Oxygen ) --------------> 6CO₂ ( Carbon dioxide ) + 6H₂O ( Water ) + 38 ATP molecules ( Energy ) .

This is an example of oxidation of carbon .

• The chemical reaction for photosynthesis is as follows -

6CO₂ ( Carbon dioxide ) + 6H₂O ( Water ) --------------> C₆H₁₂O₆( Glucose ) + 6 O₂ ( Oxygen ).

This is an example of reduction of carbon .