Write the chemical reaction given by Van Niel in case of bacteria that use H2S and CO2 to synthesize carbohydrates. Write his postulate.

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Chemical reaction given by Van Niel: 

6CO2 + 12H2S → C6H12O6 + 6H2O + 12S ↓ 

Van Niel’s postulate: 

Green plants use water in place of H2S and O2 is evolved in place of sulphur.

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