Uses of glucose in photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three uses of glucose in photosynthesis?
A
- To release energy in respiration
- To produce insoluble storage in starch
- To produce amino acids - used to synthesize proteins
2
Q
What can the molecule starch be converted to when needed?
A
Glucose
3
Q
What is glucose produced in photosynthesis converted to in many plants?
A
Fats and oils.
4
Q
Where is the plant cell enclosed in?
A
The cell wall.
5
Q
What molecule does the cell wall contain?
A
Cellulose, giving it strength
6
Q
Where does respiration take place?
A
In the mitochondria
