Photosynthetic (adjective)

Relating to or capable of photosynthesis, the process by which plants and some other organisms use light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Origin:

Photosynthetic is formed from the greek roots photo- meaning "light" and -synthesis meaning "putting together", it was first recorded in english in the late 19th century.

Examples:

1. The leaves of the plant are green because of the chlorophyll pigments that are necessary for photosynthesis.
2. Photosynthetic organisms are the base of the food chain in many ecosystems.
3. The algae in the pond are photosynthetic and produce oxygen.
4. The photosynthetic process is essential for life on earth.
5. The photosynthetic bacteria are important for the removal of pollutants in wastewater treatment.