Uses of glucose Flashcards
What is one-way glucose is used?
To release energy for respiration.
Where does respiration take place?
Mitochondria.
When only does photosynthesis take place?
During the day from the sun or when there is light.
When do plants respire?
All the time.
What is another way glucose is used?
To produce insoluble storage starch molecules.
Why does the plant need insoluble storage starch molecules?
To convert the starch back into glucose when needed e.g. at night.
What is the third-way glucose is used?
To be converted into fats and oil which can be stored in places like seeds.
Why do plants need fats and oils?
As a form of energy.
What is a fourth-way glucose is used?
To make cellouse to strengthen cell wall.
What is the final way glucose is used?
To produce amino acids.
What are amino acids used for?
They are used to synthesize proteins.
Name a food source with great protein?
Peas.
To make amino acids from glucose what does the plant need to do?
Absorb nitrate ions from soil.
