How Do Plants Use Glucose? Flashcards
1
Q
What is starch?
A
A polymer of glucose
2
Q
Why is starch used instead of pure glucose?
A
It is insoluble so it wouldn’t affect the transport of water around the plant whereas a large amount of glucose would
3
Q
How do plants make amino acids?
A
They combine sugars with nitrate ions and other minerals from the soil
4
Q
Cells can use _________ to make fats and oils.
A
Glucose
5
Q
What can fats and oils do in a plant?
A
They can strengthen a plant cell
Stored in seeds in oil form
6
Q
What does cellulose do in a plant?
A
Strengthen cell walls
7
Q
Why is glucose needed in plants?
A
Covalent lay bonded sugar that provides the plant with energy and is needed for respiration
