Photosynthetic products Flashcards
1
Q
Use of glucose ?
A
Respiration
Form carbs- Cellulose , sucrose and starch
Other organic molecules : Amino acids + Lipids
2
Q
What happens to sucrose ?
A
Transported in phloem
3
Q
What happens to starch
A
Main storage nutrient
Is insoluble - no effect on H2O potential
4
Q
Glucose + nitrogen?
A
Amino acids
5
Q
Importance of photosynthesis
A
Forms energy-rich carbs (source of energy)
Controls CO2 levels
releases O2
converts simple sugars to complex organic compounds
(Strach fats proteins and vitamins)
