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Year 8

Photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy, stored as sugars.

The formula for Photosynthesis is:

Formula  

Now that you know the equation, you should understand the requirements for it.


Light


Carbon dioxide


Water


Chlorophyll


With out any one of these a plant can’t undergo photosynthesis

So, how does a plant get light, carbon dioxide and water?  


Click here to learn about the adaptations of a plant

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