Photosynthesis is used to produce food for plants. Plants are called autotrophs because they produce their own food. Animals are heterotrophs, meaning they eat their food. What do plants produce in photosynthesis that is used by animals and other heterotrophs? A) oxygen only B) glucose only C) glucose and oxygen D) glucose and carbon dioxide
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