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What are the 3 reactants needed for photosynthesis?

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To perform photosynthesis, plants need three things: carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight
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Hey there,

As per question,

The 3 reactants needed for photosynthesis are sunlight, water and Carbon dioxide

Additional reactants are nutrients, nitrogen, oxygen and vitamins.

If none of these are present, then photosynthesis spent take place and the plant starts activating excess respiration.

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