In summary you may not have realized how important the process of photosynthesis really is. We use plants for food, medicine, clothing, building materials, and many other products. Plants provide homes and shelter to wildlife as well as providing us with beautiful scenery. You now are much more aware of the importance of photosynthesis and of plants. You now also have a very good basis of knowledge about the photosynthetic process, such as its inputs and outputs and where it takes place.