Photosynthesis: Air to Sugar

Learn how plants turn air into sugar through photosynthesis and help clean the air!

The conservation of matter during physical and chemical changes Read the article and answer the following comprehension questions and analysis questions. The conservation of matter during physical and chemical changes Comprehension : What is matter? Comprehension: What is the law of conservation of mass? Comprehension: What is the difference between a physical and chemical change? Comprehension: How does the conservation of matter apply to photosynthesis? Analysis: A lot of the air pollution that exists is due to increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Some environmentalists suggest reducing deforestation (cutting down of forests) and planting more trees to reduce air pollution. Using your knowledge of photosynthesis, how would planting more trees help reduce air pollution?