Read the following statements about photosynthesis:

1. Chlorophyll absorbs light energy.
2. It occurs only at night.
3. Oxygen is released as a by-product.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Question

Read the following statements about photosynthesis:

1. Chlorophyll absorbs light energy.
2. It occurs only at night.
3. Oxygen is released as a by-product.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Accepted Answer

**Solution:**

1. **Chlorophyll absorbs light energy:** This is true. Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that captures light energy to drive photosynthesis.

2. **It occurs only at night:** This is false. Photosynthesis primarily occurs during the day because it requires light.

3. **Oxygen is released as a by-product:** This is true. During photosynthesis, oxygen is released when water molecules are split.

**Answer:** 1 and 3 only

Answer

Answer

Answer