The incorrect statement for photosynthesis is
Correct answer: D. It uses oxygen
- A. It occurs during daytime
- B. It uses water with CO2
- C. It requires chlorophyll
- D. It uses oxygen
Explanation
The statement "photosynthesis uses oxygen" is incorrect because, in reality, photosynthesis produces oxygen rather than consuming it. During this process, green plants, algae, and some bacteria use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose, releasing oxygen as a byproduct. Oxygen is generated when water molecules are split in the light-dependent reactions, and it is essential for aerobic respiration but not for photosynthesis itself. Therefore, claiming that photosynthesis uses oxygen reverses the actual role of oxygen in this vital biological process.
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