synthesisirreversible
Photosynthesis
6 CO2 + 6 H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6 O2
6 CO2 + 6 H2O -> C6H12O6 + 6 O2
Reactants: CO2 + H2OProducts: C6H12O6 + O2
Conditions: light chlorophyll
| Element | Reactants | Products | Balanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 6 | 6 | ✓ |
| O | 18 | 18 | ✓ |
| H | 12 | 12 | ✓ |
Observable changes
Observable changes as per reaction type — gas evolution, precipitate, color change, or temperature change.
Particle interpretation
Particle view: atoms rearrange, bonds break and form, conserving atoms and charge.
Stoichiometry
Stoichiometric ratios from balanced coefficients.
Safety
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