In the investigation of oxygen dynamics in E. chlorotica cultures, gross photosynthesis is reported after seven months in culture, even
in the apparent absence of oxygen production.
Which statement provides the best reasoning to explain this
observation?
A. The oxygen produced in photosynthesis is used in cellular respiration.
B. Photosynthesis can be sustained in the absence of oxygen production.
C. The plastids store oxygen for use in photosynthesis.
D. The ability to carry out photosynthesis is transferred from the
chloroplast to the mitochondria.