Question

The table shows the amount of energy stored in each molecule in the photosynthesis reaction. Use the data to answer the question.

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​​ 6CO2 + 6H2O 6O2 + C6H12O6
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Which statement correctly describes the flow of energy in photosynthesis?
A
Photosynthesis releases energy when the reactants rearrange and form the bonds in the products.
B
Photosynthesis releases energy when carbon dioxide and water combine to form glucose molecules.
C
Photosynthesis stores energy because more energy is stored in glucose than it is in carbon dioxide or water.
D
Photosynthesis stores energy because energy is released when glucose is formed from carbon dioxide and water.

Answer 1

Answer: C

Step-by-step explanation:

Photosynthesis stores energy because more energy is stored in glucose than it is in carbon dioxide or water. This is represented by the reaction shown in the table, where the reactants (carbon dioxide and water) have less energy than the products (glucose and oxygen). Therefore, the correct answer is choice C.