Which type of chemical reaction is photosynthesis primarily classified as?
A
Endothermic reaction
B
Neutralization reaction
C
Exothermic reaction
D
Redox reaction only
Correct Answer: Option A — Endothermic reaction
Explanation:
Photosynthesis is an endothermic process because plants absorb light energy from the sun to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, storing that absorbed energy in chemical bonds.