Question

using the diagram, identify two ways photosynthesis affects the flow of carbon through the carbon cycle.
photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the soil.
photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
photosynthesis releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
photosynthesis stores carbon as glucose in plants.
photosynthesis uses glucose in plants to make atp.

Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose and oxygen. The chemical equation for photosynthesis is \(6CO_2 + 6H_2O+light
ightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2\).

• Removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere: Carbon dioxide (\(CO_2\)) is a reactant in photosynthesis. Plants take in \(CO_2\) from the atmosphere as part of the photosynthesis process.
• Storing carbon as glucose: The glucose (\(C_6H_{12}O_6\)) produced during photosynthesis contains carbon. This carbon is stored in the plant.

Answer:

B. Photosynthesis removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
D. Photosynthesis stores carbon as glucose in plants.