Question

What statement best compares photosynthesis and cellular respiration? A. Photosynthesis breaks down sugars to release energy, while cellular respiration stores energy as sugars. B. Both photosynthesis and cellular respiration take place during the light and during the dark. C. Both photosynthesis and cellular respiration break down sugars to release chemical energy. D. Photosynthesis only takes place in the light, while cellular respiration takes place in the light and dark.

Answer 1

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which producers trap sunlight and makes food by the help some compounds such as carbon dioxide and water. It takes place only during the day as sunlight is available at the daytime only.

Cellular respiration is the process that takes place to get energy from the food that is present in the plant body. It requires oxygen and it can take place during the day time as well as night time.