The Sun and Photosynthesis
What role does the sun play in photosynthesis?
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Goal:
The sun provides the energy that powers, either directly or indirectly, all living things. One of the most direct uses of sunlight takes place in green plants. Green plants use a process called photosynthesis to make their own food, and the energy from the sun is needed for photosynthesis to take place. Also, photosynthesis sustains green plants, so it also sustains us and all other living things!
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The sun provides the energy that powers, either directly or indirectly, all living things.
Green plants use a process called photosynthesis to make their own food.