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Write an equation that uses the products of photosynthesis as reactants and the reactants of photosynthesis as products. Add energy as another product. This new equation describes a process that occurs in your cells. Describe this equation in words. How does this equation relate to breathing?
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QUESTION: Write an equation that uses the products of photosynthesis as reactants and the reactants of photosynthesis as products. Add energy as another product. This new equation describes a process that occurs in your cells. Describe this equation in words. How does this equation relate to breathing?
ANSWER:Step 1 of 2
The new equation can be summarized as:
\({{\rm{C}}_{\rm{6}}}{{\rm{H}}_{{\rm{12}}}}{{\rm{O}}_{\rm{6}}} + {\rm{6}}{{\rm{O}}_{\rm{2}}} \to {\rm{6C}}{{\rm{O}}_{\rm{2}}} + {\rm{6}}{{\rm{H}}_{\rm{2}}}{\rm{O}} + {\rm{Energy}}\)
This equation represents cellular respiration. All reactions occurring in nature are reversible. The glucose produced by photosynthesis is broken down into carbon dioxide and water.