Is photosynthesis entropically and enthalpically favorable?

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Homework Statement


6CO2 + 6 H2O → C6H12O6 + 6 O2



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I believe that this is entropically and enthalpically unfavorable because the reaction is going to more order (synthesis of glucose) and heat is not being generated.

Is my logic correct? Thanks anyone for any help you can give me.
 
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Somewhat ... you've got more molar gas on the left , in addition this is a reverse combustion reaction , you should know that it is combustion reactions that are exothermic.