Topic 4 - Bioenergetics ( 2. how plants use glucose ) Flashcards
1
Q
what is glucose used for in plants
A
respiration, making cellulose, making amino acids.
2
Q
why is glucose used for respiration
A
respiration in plants is when energy is released from the breakdown of glucose.plants use this energy to convert glucose into various other useful substances which they can use to build new cells and grow.
3
Q
why is glucose need for making cellulose
A
glucose is converted into cellulose for making strong cell walls.
4
Q
why is glucose used for making amino acids
A
glucose is combines with nitrate ions to make amino acids. amino acids are building blocks of making proteins.
5
Q
what substances can glucose be converted into to be stored
A
LIPIDS AND STARCH
6
Q
why is starch stored in plants
A
so its ready for use in the winter.
