Photosynthesis is a crucial biological process in which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen. The overall chemical equation for photosynthesis can be represented as:
[tex]\[ 6CO_2 + 6H_2O + light \ energy \rightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2 \][/tex]
In this process:
- Carbon dioxide ([tex]\(CO_2\)[/tex]) and water ([tex]\(H_2O\)[/tex]) are the reactants.
- Glucose ([tex]\(C_6H_{12}O_6\)[/tex]) and oxygen ([tex]\(O_2\)[/tex]) are the products.
Taking a closer look at the given options:
- A. [tex]\(C_6H_{12}O_6\)[/tex] and [tex]\(O_2\)[/tex]: Glucose and oxygen. This is correct as it matches the products of photosynthesis.
- B. [tex]\(C_6H_{12}O_6\)[/tex] and [tex]\(H_2O\)[/tex]: Glucose and water. This is incorrect because water is a reactant, not a product.
- C. [tex]\(C_2H_4O_2\)[/tex] and [tex]\(H_2O\)[/tex]: Acetic acid and water. This is incorrect as neither match the products of photosynthesis.
- D. [tex]\(C_2H_4O_2\)[/tex] and [tex]\(O_2\)[/tex]: Acetic acid and oxygen. This is incorrect as acetic acid is not a product of photosynthesis.
Based on the understanding of the photosynthesis process, the correct answer is:
[tex]\[ \boxed{\text{A. } C_6H_{12}O_6 \text{ and } O_2} \][/tex]
