Question

what type of energy transformation occurs during the process of photosynthesis? thermal energy is transformed into light energy. chemical energy is transformed into light energy. light energy is transformed into chemical energy. chemical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use light energy (from the sun) to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose (a chemical compound) and oxygen. So during photosynthesis, light energy is transformed into chemical energy stored in the bonds of glucose.

• The first option is incorrect because thermal energy isn't the input for photosynthesis.
• The second option is incorrect as chemical energy is the output, not the input.
• The fourth option is incorrect as photosynthesis doesn't involve transforming chemical energy into thermal energy.

Answer:

C. Light energy is transformed into chemical energy.