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Photosynthesis Chemical Equation: Extended (CIE IGCSE Biology: Co-ordinated Sciences (Double Award))

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Balanced Photosynthesis Chemical Equation: Extended

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  • During photosynthesis the light energy is converted into chemical energy stored in the bonds of glucose molecules
  • The balanced chemical equation for photosynthesis is:

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

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The photosynthesis equation is the exact reverse of the aerobic respiration equation so if you have learned one you also know the other!

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