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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Photosynthesis Photosynthesis The term 'Photosynthesis' as it applies to the area of carbon dioxide can be defined as ' The manufacture by plants of carbohydrates and oxygen from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of chlorophyll with sunlight as the energy source. Oxygen and water vapor are released in the process. Photosynthesis is dependent on favorable temperature and moisture conditions as well as on the atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration. Increased levels of carbon dioxide can increase net photosynthesis in many plants'. The term 'Photosynthesis' as it applies to the area of basic science can be defined as 'chemical process by which chlorophyll-containing plants use light to convert carbon dioxide and water into carbohydrates, releasing oxygen as a byproduct'. The term 'Photosynthesis' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' Process in which chlorophyll-containing cells convert light into chemical energy, forming organic compounds from inorganic compounds'. Previous 5 Terms: photon photophobia photopolarimeter photoreceptor Photosphere Next 5 Terms: photosynthetically active radiation phototachometer phototelegraph Photovoltaic and solar thermal energy (as usedat electric utilities) Photovoltaic Cell About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.