Photosynthesis. Composite image showing the global distribution of photosynthesis, including both oceanic phytoplankton and terrestrial vegetation Overall equation for the type of photosynthesis that occurs in plants Photosynthesis (pron.: /foʊtoʊˈsɪnθəsɪs/; from the Greek φώτο- [photo-], "light," and σύνθεσις [synthesis], "putting together", "composition") is a process used by plants and other organisms to convert the light energy captured from the sun into chemical energy that can be used to fuel the organism's activities.
Photosynthesis occurs in plants, algae, and many species of bacteria, but not in archaea. The Energy Learning Curve. Subscribe TodayRSS Newsfeed Our Newsletter Page Not Found We're sorry but the page you requested could not be found.
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