The process by which a plant uses the energy of sunlight and certain chemicals to produce its own food.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation Through General Science''. Anderson: Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.
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The process by which a plant uses the energy of sunlight and certain chemicals to produce its own food.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With General Science''. Anderson: Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc.