Dictionary Entry
photosynthesis
nounFind the meaning of the word photosynthesis, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The process plants use to make their own food from sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide, using chlorophyll.
Example Sentence
Plants perform photosynthesis to convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.
Usage Note
Understanding photosynthesis is crucial for biology, ecology, and agriculture, explaining how plants grow, produce oxygen, and form the base of most food chains on Earth.
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