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A Tree From the Air?
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| One final observation about the photosynthesis equation is that oxygen is produced as a byproduct. This is a great byproduct since animals (including you) need oxygen to survive. The oxygen is produced when a water molecule is split during a specific chemical reaction.
Although the summary equation for photosynthesis is rather simple the specific reactions are very complex. Learn more about whole ecosystem photosynthesis and respiration.
If you are interested in more information on the process of photosynthesis visit the electronic forest biology textbook at http://www.cnr.vt.edu/dendro/forestbiology/forbiohome.htm |
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