Question

during the process of photosynthesis, chlorophyll within the leaves of plants captures light energy from the sun to produce simple sugars. what gas is released into the air as a byproduct of photosynthesis?
a. argon
b. nitrogen
c. carbon dioxide
d. oxygen

Explanation:

In photosynthesis, plants use carbon - dioxide and water, and with the help of sunlight and chlorophyll, they produce glucose and release oxygen as a by - product. Argon is an inert gas not related to photosynthesis. Nitrogen is not a by - product of photosynthesis. Carbon dioxide is taken in during photosynthesis, not released.

Answer:

D. oxygen