Question

What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?



a
to create oxygen for animals to breathe
b
to break down sugars and give energy
c
to release carbon monoxide
d
to make sugars and store energy

Answer 1

The primary purpose of photosynthesis is **d) to make sugars and store energy**. During photosynthesis, plants convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose (sugars), which they can use for growth and energy. While oxygen is a byproduct of this process, the main goal is to produce sugars.