Fuel Sources for the Body Flashcards
1
Q
what is the polymer of glucose?
A
Cellulose and starch
2
Q
Is photosynthesis an endo or exothermic reaction
A
endothermic reaction
3
Q
Describe. the thermochemical reaction of photosynthesis
A
4
Q
In aerobic respiration is glucose oxidised or reduced?
A
glucose is oxidised to carbon dioxide in aerobic respiration
5
Q
describe the chemical equation for cellular respiration
A
6
Q
What are triglycerides?
A
triglycerides are large non-polar molecules with three long hydrocarbon chains attached to a glycerol molecule
