The chemical equation for photosynthesis:

Question

6C02 + 6H20 → C6H1206 + 602 suggests that blowing on a glass of water placed in a sunbeam will produce glucose and oxygen.
Compare the chemical equation to the actual process of photosynthesis and explain why no reaction will occur if someone were to blow on a glass of water in a sunbeam. Explain your answer in
1-2 sentences. (2 points)

Answer 1

Blowing on a glass of water in a sunbeam will not produce glucose and oxygen because the process of photosynthesis requires a specific combination of sunlight, chlorophyll, and the presence of plant cells in order to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen molecules.