Collection: Photosynthesis
Ever wonder how plants make their food? They have the ability to conduct photosynthesis, which basically turns sunlight into their own snacks.
Here's how it works:
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Plants have tiny green helpers in their leaves called chlorophyll. When sunlight shines on the leaves, the chlorophyll captures it (similar to solar panels).
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The plant takes in carbon dioxide through tiny holes in its leaves, and drinks water from the soil through its roots.
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Using the energy from the sunlight, the plant mixes the carbon dioxide and water together. This mix turns into glucose, which is food for the plant. As a bonus, oxygen is released into the atmosphere.
