Question

phytoplankton are producers, which means that they can convert sunlight into usable food energy for the ocean food web. what process allows phytoplankton to capture sunlight and convert it into food energy? cellular respiration decomposition photosynthesis

Explanation:

• Cellular respiration is the process by which cells break down glucose to release energy, not to capture sunlight.
• Decomposition is the process of breaking down dead organic matter, not related to capturing sunlight for energy conversion.
• Photosynthesis is the process where plants (including phytoplankton) use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose (food energy) and oxygen.

Answer:

photosynthesis