Uses of Glucose and Storage
The glucose produced in photosynthesis may be used for respiration, converted into starch, or used to build other substances.
Why do plants store glucose as insoluble starch instead of soluble sugar?
What is Uses of Glucose and Storage?
"Plants use glucose for immediate energy via respiration and convert the rest into storage molecules like starch or structural ones like cellulose."
Which word equation correctly represents photosynthesis?
On a very hot, bright day, the rate of photosynthesis might actually slow down. Why?
Select which change would usually increase the rate of photosynthesis if light intensity is the limiting factor?
In which part of a plant cell does photosynthesis take place?
Fate of Glucose in Plants
Respiration: Provides energy for cellular processes.
Starch: Insoluble storage molecule in leaves, roots, and bulbs.
Fats & Oils: Energy storage in seeds.
Cellulose & Protein: For cell walls and growth (requires nitrate ions).
Glucose is combined with nitrate ions absorbed from the soil to make amino acids for protein synthesis.
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