Given the equation: 6CO\(_2\) + 6H\(_2\)O → C\(_6\)H\(_{12}\)O\(_6\) + 6O\(_2\) {Under sunlight & Chlorophyll) The process represented by...

Given the equation: 6CO\(_2\) + 6H\(_2\)O → C\(_6\)H\(_{12}\)O\(_6\) + 6O\(_2\) {Under sunlight & Chlorophyll) The process represented by...

JAMB 1978

Given the equation:
6CO\(_2\) + 6H\(_2\)O → C\(_6\)H\(_{12}\)O\(_6\) + 6O\(_2\) {Under sunlight & Chlorophyll)

The process represented by the above equation is?

A. proteinsynthesis
B. respiration
C. photosynthesis
D. transpiration
E. translocation

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

The given equation is that of photosynthesis which is the use of sunlight and chlorophyll by green plants in order to yield their food. The equation yields sugar and oxygen.

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