Glucose Flashcards
1
Q
What is glucose?
A
it is a sugar that is the main source of energy
2
Q
Why is the energy of glucose needed?
A
it is needed for muscle movement and the functioning of the central nervous system
3
Q
How is glucose formed?
A
via photosynthesis
4
Q
What is the chemical equation for the breakdown of glucose?
A
C6H12O6 + 6O2 –> 6CO2 + 6H20
5
Q
What kind of molecule is glucose?
A
carbohydrate
6
Q
what is glucose molecular structure classified as?
A
monosaccharides
7
Q
where is glucose stored in animals and what is it stored as?
A
in the liver as glycogen
8
Q
what is glucose stored as in plants?
A
starch
9
Q
How can the effect of blood glucose levels be compared?
A
glycaemic index
10
Q
How much energy is in glucose?
A
16.7kJ/g
