Question
A plant uses the energy from sunlight to create oxygen and glucose from carbon dioxide and water. Which statement is true about the changes that have occurred?
A.
A chemical change has occurred because new compounds have been produced.
B.
A physical change has occurred because the plant looks different.
C.
A physical change has occurred because the substances are still gases.
D.
A chemical change has occurred because energy was needed.
A.
A chemical change has occurred because new compounds have been produced.
B.
A physical change has occurred because the plant looks different.
C.
A physical change has occurred because the substances are still gases.
D.
A chemical change has occurred because energy was needed.
Answers
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The correct statement is:
A. A chemical change has occurred because new compounds have been produced.
During photosynthesis, a plant takes in carbon dioxide and water and, using the energy from sunlight, converts them into glucose and oxygen, resulting in new chemical compounds being formed. This process is a clear indication of a chemical change.
A. A chemical change has occurred because new compounds have been produced.
During photosynthesis, a plant takes in carbon dioxide and water and, using the energy from sunlight, converts them into glucose and oxygen, resulting in new chemical compounds being formed. This process is a clear indication of a chemical change.