Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose. This process involves the absorption of light by chlorophyll in the chloroplasts of plant cells. Water and carbon dioxide are taken in during this process, and oxygen is released as a byproduct. Through a series of complex reactions, the energy from sunlight is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose, which can be used by the plant as a source of energy. This chemical energy is essential for the growth and development of the plant.
