Question

multiple choice question
the process carried out by plants and algae that converts solar energy into chemical energy available to almost all living organisms is called ______

○ chemiosmosis
○ cellular respiration
○ photosynthesis
○ chemosynthesis

Explanation:

• Chemiosmosis: Involves the movement of ions across a membrane to generate ATP, not converting solar energy to chemical energy for most organisms.
• Cellular respiration: Breaks down organic molecules to release energy, not converting solar energy.
• Photosynthesis: Plants and algae use this process to convert solar energy (light) into chemical energy (glucose), which is the energy source for most living organisms.
• Chemosynthesis: Uses chemical energy (not solar) to produce organic compounds, typically by bacteria in extreme environments.

Answer:

C. photosynthesis