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Photosynthesis Chemical Equation: Extended (CIE IGCSE Biology)

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Balanced Photosynthesis Chemical Equation: Extended

  • The balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis is:

Balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis, IGCSE & GCSE Biology revision notes

Balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis

  • The light energy is converted into chemical energy in the bonds holding the atoms in the glucose molecules together

Exam Tip

The photosynthesis equation is the exact reverse of the aerobic respiration equation so if you have learned one you also know the other one! You will usually get more marks for providing the balanced chemical equation than the word equation.

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