B2.2 Plants use Glucose Flashcards
1
Q
Name 2 things plants use glucose for.
A
- Protein for growth and repair.
2. Storage for starch.
2
Q
Why is it important that starch is insoluble?
A
They do not affect concentration inside cells.
Do not move away from the storage areas in the plant.
3
Q
What is equation for making glucose?
A
Carbon Dioxide + Water -> Glucose + water
4
Q
Glucose and nitrate ions combined make what?
A
Amino acids that are then made into proteins.
