The process of photosynthesis
A) breaks down sugars to create ATP.
B) traps light energy in an energy carrier like ATP.
C) produces carbon dioxide.
D) occurs in some animal cells.

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The process of photosynthesis refers to converting light energy into a form that can be stored in glucose molecules. The process involves trapping light energy in an energy carrier called ATP, along with the use of carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose. This ultimately results in the release of oxygen as a byproduct. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

A) is incorrect because photosynthesis produces sugars rather than breaking them down.

C) is incorrect because carbon dioxide is one of the reactants used during photosynthesis, not a product.

D) is incorrect because photosynthesis occurs only in plant cells and some microorganisms, not in animal cells.

The Process of Photosynthesis