Question

If a chemical reaction such as photosynthesis begins with 6 atoms of carbon C , how many atoms of carbon C should be in the products?a. 12 atoms of carbon Cb. 6 atoms of carbon Cc. 3 atoms of carbon Cd. 2 atoms of carbon C

Answer 1

Answer:

Option B. 6 atoms of carbon

Explanation:

In any chemical reaction, atoms from reactant side and product side must be the same.

This is photosynthesis reaction:

6CO₂  + 6H₂O  →  C₆H₁₂O₆  +  6O₂