Photosynthesis Process

Current Theme: Light
Photosynthesis diagram

What is Photosynthesis?

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose or other sugars.

The Photosynthesis Equation

6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2

Key Stages

  1. Light-dependent reactions (in thylakoids)
  2. Calvin cycle (in stroma)