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Describe the type of energy transfers that occur in photosynthesis

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light energy transfers electrons from water (H 2 O) to carbon dioxide (CO 2), to produce carbohydrates. In this transfer, the CO 2 is "reduced," or receives electrons, and the water becomes "oxidized," or loses electrons

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