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Question
The raw material which is reduced during photosynthesis is ______.
Options
Carbon dioxide
Glucose
Water
Oxygen
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Solution
The raw material which is reduced during photosynthesis is carbon dioxide.
Explanation:
Carbon dioxide either loses its oxygen or converts to glucose. (Loss of oxygen reduces.)
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