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Photosynthesis Chemical Equation (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Biology) : Revision Note

Learn the chemical equation for photosynthesis for your IGCSE Biology exam. Recall the reactants and products of photosynthesis using chemical symbols.

Lára Marie McIvor

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Balanced Photosynthesis Chemical Equation: Extended

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  • 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

Examiner Tips and Tricks

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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    Lára Marie McIvor

    Author: Lára Marie McIvor

    Expertise: Biology Lead

    Lára graduated from Oxford University in Biological Sciences and has now been a science tutor working in the UK for several years. Lára has a particular interest in the area of infectious disease and epidemiology, and enjoys creating original educational materials that develop confidence and facilitate learning.

    Lucy Kirkham

    Reviewer: Lucy Kirkham

    Expertise: Head of STEM

    Lucy has been a passionate Maths teacher for over 12 years, teaching maths across the UK and abroad helping to engage, interest and develop confidence in the subject at all levels.Working as a Head of Department and then Director of Maths, Lucy has advised schools and academy trusts in both Scotland and the East Midlands, where her role was to support and coach teachers to improve Maths teaching for all.