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How many water molecules appear as substrate in the overall balanced equation of photosynthesis?
A24
B18
C6
D12
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 12
The balanced equation uses 6CO2 and 12H2O so that six oxygen molecules released can all come from water, with six water molecules re-formed.
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