- What is photosynthesis?2.What kinds of organisms perform photosynthesis?3.Why is photosynthesis so important? Consider the inputs and products of photosynthesis.4.What are algae?5.Why and how do algae produce oils?6.Why and how do engineers extract oils from algae? 7.Why not use corn or soybeans for oil and biofuel production?8.What are some hurdles we face when attempting to use algae as biofu