Law of Conservation of Mass

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What is the Law of Conservation of Mass?

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The Law of Conservation of Mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction; it remains constant.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose and oxygen.

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What are the reactants in the photosynthesis equation?

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The reactants in photosynthesis are carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What are the products of photosynthesis?

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The products of photosynthesis are glucose (C6H12O6) and oxygen (O2).

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How many molecules of carbon dioxide are used in photosynthesis?

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6 molecules of carbon dioxide are used in the process of photosynthesis.

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How many molecules of water are used in photosynthesis?

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6 molecules of water are used in the process of photosynthesis.

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What happens to energy during photosynthesis?

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Energy from sunlight is captured and stored in the molecular bonds of glucose.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for the photosynthesis process to occur.

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What is the significance of glucose in plants?

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Glucose serves as an energy source for plants and is used in cellular respiration.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.