Photosynthesis: The Use Of Glucose Flashcards
1
Q
What is glucose used for?
A
Synthesis, Storage, Respiration and Cellulose
1
Q
How is it used in synthesis?
A
It combines with minerals to make organelles like proteins and chlorophyll.
2
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How is it used in Storage?
A
Glucose that isnt immediately used it turned into starch and converted back to glucose when needed.
3
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How is it used respiration?
A
Respiration releases energy from glucose and is used to make the molecules required for growth.
4
Q
How is it used in Cellulose?
A
Hundreds of glucose molecules jon together to make cellulose which is in cell walls.
