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photosynthesis

//ˌfəʊtəʊˈsɪnθəsɪs//
English Definition
Plants’ conversion of light to energy.
中文释义
光合作用
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
photo(光) + synthesis(合成) → 借光合成。注:生物学术语。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “photosynthesis”?

  1. A Plants’ conversion of light to energy.
  2. B Of only moderate or low quality.
  3. C Mysterious; obscure in meaning.
  4. D Diligently careful; principled.
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A — Plants’ conversion of light to energy.. “photosynthesis” means Plants’ conversion of light to energy..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “Plants’ conversion of light to energy.”?

  1. A mediocre
  2. B scrupulous
  3. C cryptic
  4. D photosynthesis
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D — photosynthesis. “photosynthesis” means Plants’ conversion of light to energy..

Common questions about “photosynthesis”

What does “photosynthesis” mean?

photosynthesis — Plants’ conversion of light to energy.. In Chinese: 光合作用.

How do you pronounce “photosynthesis”?

photosynthesis is pronounced //ˌfəʊtəʊˈsɪnθəsɪs//.

Is “photosynthesis” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. photosynthesis is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “photosynthesis”?

photo(光) + synthesis(合成) → 借光合成。注:生物学术语。

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The Digital SAT tests vocabulary through Words in Context questions, never as a standalone definition. Learn the word, then use it against a real passage.