The process in which plants use light energy to synthesize food sugars from carbon dioxide is called______ .
A) photosynthesis
B) oxidation
C) hydration
D) fusion
E) none of these

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Photosynthesis is the specific process by which plants use light energy to make food from carbon dioxide. Option B refers to a type of chemical reaction, but not specifically related to photosynthesis. Option C refers to the addition of water, which is important for plants but not the specific process of photosynthesis. Option D refers to nuclear fusion, which is a process that occurs in stars, but not in plants. Option E is too vague to be a correct answer.

The Process in Which Plants Use Light Energy to Synthesize