Question
During photosynthesis, carbon dioxide and water react to produce glucose and oxygen. Which statement explains why photosynthesis is classified as an endothermic reaction?(1 point)
Responses
The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.
The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.
The reaction requires a catalyst.
The reaction requires a catalyst.
The activation energy of the reaction is positive.
The activation energy of the reaction is positive.
The products and reactants have the same amount of potential energy.
Responses
The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.
The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.
The reaction requires a catalyst.
The reaction requires a catalyst.
The activation energy of the reaction is positive.
The activation energy of the reaction is positive.
The products and reactants have the same amount of potential energy.
Answers
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The correct statement explaining why photosynthesis is classified as an endothermic reaction is:
**The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.**
Endothermic reactions are characterized by the absorption of energy, and in the case of photosynthesis, this energy is primarily obtained from sunlight.
**The reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings.**
Endothermic reactions are characterized by the absorption of energy, and in the case of photosynthesis, this energy is primarily obtained from sunlight.
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