Chemosynthesis is a process by which certain organisms, such as bacteria, convert carbon molecules and nutrients into organic matter using the energy derived from chemical reactions, rather than sunlight. This process typically occurs in environments where sunlight is not available, such as deep-sea hydrothermal vents.
During chemosynthesis, these organisms utilize inorganic compounds, like hydrogen sulfide or methane, as energy sources. The chemical reactions involved produce glucose and other organic compounds, which serve as food for the organisms and form the basis of the food chain in these unique ecosystems.