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Question
Why is photosynthesis considered an endothermic reaction?
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Solution
Photosynthesis is considered an endothermic reaction because in this process light energy from sunlight is absorbed to produce oxygen and glucose from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of chlorophyll.
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