Plants produce carbohydrates from the CO2 present in the atmosphere by_________________?

Correct answer: B. Photochemical reaction

  • A. Polymerisation
  • B. Photochemical reaction
  • C. Oxidation
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Photosynthesis uses light energy to drive the conversion of atmospheric carbon dioxide and water into carbohydrates, so it is a photochemical reaction. Polymerisation may occur in forming starch, but it is not the primary process being described.

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