In photosynthesis, what form of energy is sunlight converted to, and how is this energy stored?

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In photosynthesis, sunlight is converted into chemical energy in the form of glucose. This process occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells. The energy from sunlight is used to power the conversion of carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen through a series of chemical reactions. Glucose is then stored in the cells of plants as a source of energy for various metabolic processes. Additionally, excess glucose can be converted into starch or cellulose for long-term energy storage in plant tissues.