Which of the following equations best summarizes photosynthesis? A) 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O + 6 O₂ → C₆H₁₂O₆ B) 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂ C) 6 CO₂ + 6 O₂ → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 H₂O D) C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂ → 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O

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The equation in choice B correctly shows that 6 molecules of carbon dioxide (CO2) and 6 molecules of water (H2O) are used in the process of photosynthesis to produce 1 molecule of glucose (C6H12O6) and 6 molecules of oxygen (O2). The formula for glucose is not included in the equation, but it is understood that it is produced as a result of the reaction. The other choices either have the incorrect number of CO2 and H2O molecules or have an incorrect product.

Which of the Following Equations Best Summarizes Photosynthesis