Question

which of the following is the balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis? a. 6h₂o + 6co₂ → 6o₂ + c₆h₁₂o₆ b. c₆h₁₂o₆ + 6o₂ → 6h₂o + 6co₂ c. h₂o + co₂ → o₂ + c₆h₁₂o₆ d. c₆h₁₂o₆ + o₂ → h₂o + co₂ please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use light - energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. The balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis is \(6H_2O + 6CO_2
ightarrow6O_2 + C_6H_{12}O_6\). Option b is the equation for cellular respiration, option c is unbalanced, and option d is also an unbalanced equation related to a combustion - like reaction of glucose.

Answer:

A. \(6H_2O + 6CO_2
ightarrow6O_2 + C_6H_{12}O_6\)