Natural Science CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Which type of cell carries out the process of photosynthesis?

Prokaryotic
Archaea
Animal
Plant

The correct answer is: Plant

Photosynthesis is a process that takes place in the cells of plants. It is the process by which plants convert energy from the sun into chemical energy in the form of glucose. This process is crucial for the survival of plants, as well as for those who consume them, as it is the ultimate source of food for most organisms on Earth. Prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, do not have the necessary organelles (chloroplasts) to carry out photosynthesis. Similarly, Archaea are also prokaryotic organisms and do not have chloroplasts. Animal cells do not have chloroplasts either and therefore cannot carry out photosynthesis. Only plant cells contain chloroplasts and are capable of photosynthesis, making D the correct answer.