A compound that has three different elements is called the ternary compound. The formation of a ternary compound is also considered to be a synthesis reaction because the ternary compound is in need to form a new compound by combining two compounds. Thus, a synthesis reaction is form when two substances are able to react in order to form a substance.
A synthesis reaction is an exothermic reaction involving the formation of a single product. While a ternary compound is a compound that contains three different elements [for example Ca₃(PO₄)₂].
An example of the formation of a ternary compound
NH₃ + H₂O ⇒ NH₄OH
It can be seen from the above exothermic reaction that the production of the ternary compound is a synthesis reaction.
Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis. Photosynthesis is the process of when plants use sunlight to make foods from carbon dioxide and water, to later on make oxygen. Cellular respiration is the process through which cells convert sugars into energy.
