Question

Explain why photosynthesis and respiration are considered opposite processes when it comes to carbon.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

mmm im not so ood at dis subject but ill try

Answer 3

ok thanks

Answer 4

Photosynthesis is the process that most plants use to obtain food. This is by taking in sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to make sugars.

Respiration is the action of breathing(respiratory system), which involves expelling carbon dioxide whilst taking in oxygen.

I guess the contrast is that photosynthesis is using carbon dioxide, whilst respiration is removing it, treating it like a waste product.

Answer 5

Specifically, carbon molecules are being used in a chemical process in photosynthesis, whilst in respiration they are being removed.

Answer 6

You can view the chemical reaction, along with further information, here:

https://www2.estrellamountain.edu/faculty/farabee/biobk/BioBookPS.html

Answer 7

thanks

Answer 8

No problem