What does photosynthesis mean?
The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water. Photosynthesis in plants generally involves the green pigment chlorophyll and generates oxygen as a byproduct.
Example
"The tree's ability to undergo photosynthesis allowed it to thrive in the sunny environment."
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